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Wakefern Food Corp. · 1 week ago

Junior Accountant

Edison, NJ

Full-time

Hybrid

New Grad, Entry Level

$24/hr - $25/hr

Wakefern Food Corp. is a prominent company in the food industry, and they are seeking a Junior Accountant to join their team. The role involves managing accounts payable and receivable, coordinating billings, and ensuring timely vendor payments while maintaining accurate financial records.

Food and BeverageRetailRetail Technology

Hiring Manager

Rimsha Liaquat

Responsibilities

Timely processing of Accounts Payable

Coordinate and expedite timely billings to the stores

Accounts Receivable all member subsidiaries

A/R Daily reconciliation and weekly tie-out schedule for Corporate A/R Dept

Prepare weekly, monthly, and quarterly billing, and set up sales tax liability on various invoices

Monitor Tech’s mailbox (review all invoices, handle all inquiries and problems)

Communication and perform the necessary follow up with vendors, purchasing department and appropriate divisional associates to resolve and expedite vendor payments

Handle store inquiries and problems

Provide Wakefern Statement for assigned Shoprite Beverage stores

Working with Real Estate department on payments and billback all miscellaneous charges for Rents & Loans programs

Issue weekly credits on 2% Interest Subsidy program to stores

Handle all inquiries and issues on Rent & Loans programs

Prepare and process the appropriate journal entries for Period End, Mid-Year and Year End

Prepare Period End, Mid-Year and Year End for assigned schedules

May be assigned additional responsibilities as necessary

Qualification

Accounting degreeBasic accounting theoryFinancial systems knowledgeMicrosoft ExcelCustomer serviceAnalytical skillsTime managementOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsTeam player