Staff Accountant

Daisy Brand is a family-owned food company and market leader in sour cream and cottage cheese. The Staff Accountant supports the Accounting & Finance department by preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, analyzing financial results and expenses, generating reports, and improving accounting efficiency through automation and AI-enabled tools.

What you'll do:

• Prepare and post journal entries while understanding their potential impact on the General Ledger
• Reconcile various balance sheet accounts as assigned
• Assist in the generation and review of monthly supporting schedules
• Analyze and provide insight into monthly results versus budget and/or forecasts
• Analyze and research expense activity to ensure proper timing and classification in accordance with corporate policy and US GAAP
• Evaluate current procedures and make recommendations that lead to cost reductions and other efficiencies, contributing to accounting best practices for the company
• Leverage AI-enabled tools and automation to improve efficiency and accuracy in managing assigned tasks
• Carry out special projects and other duties as assigned, delivering ad-hoc requests in a timely manner
• Other duties as assigned

What they're looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related discipline, such as Accounting Information Systems (AIS), Master of Science in Accounting and Information Technology (MSAIT), Management Information Systems (MIS), Business Analytics, or AI for Business
• Sound knowledge of GL accounting, including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Exceptional computer literacy with Excel and the Microsoft Office Suite, Power BI, and Power Automate/Power Apps
• Experience with or strong interest in AI, machine learning, automation, and analytics in an accounting context
• Proven ability to work effectively with all levels of staff and management
• Ability to promote and participate in a team environment
• Strong organizational and analytical skills
• Strong listening, presentation, and communication skills
• Possesses a "can do" attitude
• Part-time or internship experience in an accounting role is a plus
• Exposure to accounts payable is a plus
• Previous experience with ERP software is a plus

Benefits:

• Hybrid work model with onsite presence Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, and remote workdays on Wednesday and Friday; additional onsite days may be required based on team or business needs.
• A no deductible, $0 premium option for employee only medical coverage
• Access to virtual healthcare and wellness programs
• A 401(k) program with company match, plus weekly safe harbor and annual profit-sharing contributions
• Company paid short and long-term disability coverage and 2x annual salary in life and AD&D insurance
• Four weeks of paid time off, plus 20 hours of floating holidays in your first full year of employment
• Annual rollover and payout options for any unused paid time off
• Paid time for volunteering and community involvement
• Tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development opportunities
• Fitness and wellness incentives