Staff Accountant
Full job description
Amylu Foods is a high-growth natural CPG company with over a century of tradition rooted in using fresh ingredients and hand-crafted recipes. As the pioneers of chicken sausage, we blend innovation with experience, bringing bold, fresh flavors to the table. From our Chicago roots, we've grown into a passionate, dedicated team of food enthusiasts, leading the category with our creative recipes, small-batch production, and constant flavor innovation. Celebrating 100 years of culinary craftsmanship, we're expanding our offerings and distribution nationwide, launching new and exciting products that continue to redefine the protein category. If you’re passionate about food and eager to join a company with endless growth potential, Amylu Foods is the place to be.
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Staff Accountant to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will assist with the month-end close process, perform balance sheet reconciliations, and support various accounting functions, including accounts receivable management and customer account maintenance. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Responsibilities:
Assist with the month-end close process.
Perform balance sheet reconciliations.
Assist the Accounting Manager with special projects and duties as assigned.
Post daily ACH receipts and checks from customers.
Process daily bank deposits.
Set up new customer accounts and perform credit checks.
Contact customers with outstanding payments.
Perform weekly A/R analysis and provide reports to management.
Maintain customer accounts and records of communications.
Handle customer inquiries and resolve discrepancies.
Utilize customer portals to obtain payment status, reconcile accounts, and retrieve payment remittance.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
At least two years of experience in the Finance or Accounting industry.
Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
Strong decision-making and analytical abilities.
Excellent time management and organizational skills.
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively in a team environment.
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday