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Staff Accountant

HEINENS

Cleveland, OH

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Policies, Balance Sheet, Communication Skills, Credit Cards, Cross-Functional, Customer Support/Service, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Detail Oriented, Distribution Warehousing, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Finance, Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, Financial Systems, Food Production, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Genetics, Income Statements, Leadership, Legal, Local Tax, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Visual Basic for Applications (VBA), Microsoft Word, Philosophy, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Development, Process Improvement, Reconciliation, Record Keeping, Revenue/Sales Reporting, Sales Tax, Team Player, Time Management, Use Tax, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Cleveland, OH
POSTED
2 days ago
Company Overview

Established in 1929, Heinen'sis a leading, family-owned grocery retailer known for its premium-quality products and outstanding customer service. Now in its fourth generation of family leadership, Heinen's operates 24 locations - 19 in the Cleveland, Ohio area and 5 in the Chicago, Illinois market - supported by two distribution warehouses, a food production facility, and a corporate office located in Warrensville Heights, Ohio.

Our culture is rooted in an associate-first philosophy, placing a strong emphasis on the well-being, development, and quality of life of every team member. We offer competitive compensation, professional development and leadership training programs, paid time off, and flexible scheduling designed to promote a healthy work-life balance.

Job Summary

The Staff Accountant is responsible for executing established accounting processes with accuracy and efficiency. This role supports a broad range of accounting functions that contribute to the preparation of the Company's financial statements, including supporting schedules and analysis of data within the general ledger. The position also plays a key role in identifying opportunities to enhance process efficiency and improve data compilation and reporting workflows.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform reconciliations of income statement and balance sheet accounts, including bank reconciliations.
  • Perform weekly credit card and bank reconciliations, resolving discrepancies to maintain accurate records.
  • Apply ACH and check payments to customer accounts, ensuring timely and accurate posting.
  • Assist with the monthly close process on a four-week cycle, ensuring timely and accurate completion.
  • Compile data and generate recurring and ad hoc reports, including facilities and weekly sales reporting.
  • Investigate and resolve credit card disputes in a timely manner.
  • Coordinate sales and use tax filings, as well as other applicable local tax filings.
  • Prepare and submit census and other regulatory reporting.
  • Utilize financial systems to develop, maintain, and enhance reporting templates and data queries.
  • Collaborate with finance team members on special projects and cross-functional initiatives.
  • Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA designation is not required.
  • Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel (advanced skills and VBA experience preferred), Word, PowerPoint, and Teams.
  • Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact across all levels of the organization.
  • Proven ability to build collaborative working relationships and contribute effectively to a team environment.


Heinen's, Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Monday-Friday work week, 8am-5pm

Period close is every 4 weeks (additional hours required during close week)
Full-time, 40 hours per week

About the Company

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