Buffalo Rock
Staff Accountant
Buffalo Rock, Birmingham, Alabama, United States, 35275
Staff Accountant
Organization Name: Buffalo Rock Company
Website: https://www.buffalorock.com/careers/
Job Department: Corporate Financial Accounting
Reports to: Financial Accounting Manager
Work Schedule: M-F 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (must be flexible)
Job Type: Regular
FLSA Status: Exempt
Amount of Travel Required: May travel up to 2 days per year
Job Description
Summary/objective
Buffalo Rock is an award-winning Pepsi and Keurig Dr Pepper bottler founded in Birmingham, AL more than 123 years ago. Buffalo Rock manages the best beverage portfolio in the country, which includes several beloved global and regional brands. The Staff Accountant position is a key member of the Financial Accounting Team. The Staff Accountant is responsible for the preparation, examination, and analysis of assigned company accounting records, financial statement preparation and analysis, and any other financial reports to assess the accuracy, completeness, and conformance to the Company's reporting and procedural standards. In addition, this position will be responsible for handling other accounting, financial or administrative duties as deemed appropriate from time to time.
Essential functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. Financial Statements o Learn the functionality of the company's financial management systems (Oracle and VIP).
o Assist with month and year end financial statement review.
o Reconcile balance sheet accounts (cash, accounts receivable, accounts payable, etc.) in the applicable subsidiary ledger to the applicable summary level account in the general ledger.
o Reconcile various access database details to the general ledger.
o Prepare and post standard journal entries.
o Distribute monthly financial reports.
o Prepare year end audit work papers and schedules; assist auditors with their inquiries.
o Maintain credit card and EFT payment files.
o Maintain lease accounting files, to ensure proper lease classification, and prepare lease related journal entries.
o Assist with review of product costs.
o Review meals and entertainment and other expense accounts for proper coding.
o Maintain various financial analysis spreadsheets.
Property Tax Administration o Prepare property tax returns (Alabama, Florida, Georgia) for timely filing.
o Assist with the resolution of any property tax filing and payment issues with the applicable tax jurisdiction.
o Prepare annual accrual for property tax liabilities.
Sales, Use and Rental Tax Administration o Prepare and file sales, use and rental tax returns for the Company.
o Prepare changes to the sales and use tax codes in the Company sales (VIP), leasing (Maintenance Connection) and payables (Oracle) systems.
o Prepare reconciliations of the balance in the sales, use and rental tax subsidiary ledger(s) to the summary level account in the general ledger.
Treasury Management o Assist daily with cash flow management.
Required to complete other activities assigned. Other Duties and Responsibilities
Exhibit a high level of ethical and moral conduct while at work or in attendance at any off-site function while representing the Buffalo Rock Company. Responsible for continuous self-improvement through the knowledge and use of all Buffalo Rock provided training. Successfully complete assigned training curriculum, including but not limited to online and/or facilitated training. Ensure that every reasonable precaution is taken to protect the Company from possible damages, theft, or other liabilities. Ensure that every reasonable precaution is taken to protect the safety of Employee-Partners, self, customers, Buffalo Rock property, and customer property. Honor and follow through on all business commitments. Embody Buffalo Rock's Purpose of "Building brands through legendary service and remarkable people." Live Buffalo Rock's Core Values:
Committed to serving our communities. Customer success drives our success. Integrity matters. Obsessed with continuous improvement. We care for each other.
Competencies
Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly. Analytical Skills - Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem. Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word. Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely. Customer Oriented - Ability to take care of the customers' needs while following company procedures. Leadership - Ability to influence others to perform their jobs effectively and to be responsible for making decisions. Motivation - Ability to inspire oneself and others to reach a goal and/or perform to the best of their ability. Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task. Project Management - Ability to organize and direct a project to completion. Working Under Pressure - Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations. Supervisory responsibilities
NA
Work environment
Primarily inside work with most if not all working hours in a close office environment
Physical demands
N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position.
O (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5 hrs/day)
F (Frequently) Position requires this activity from 33%-66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5 hrs/day)
C (Constantly) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5 hrs/day)
Physical Demands
Lift/Carry
Stand
O
Walk
O
Sit
C
Manually Manipulate
O
Grasp
O
Reach Outward
O
Reach Above Shoulder
O
Speak
F
Climb
N
Crawl
N
Squat or Kneel
O
Bend
O
10 lbs. or less
O
11-20 lbs.
O
21-50 lbs.
O
51-100 lbs.
N
Over 100 lbs.
N
Push/Pull
12 lbs. or less
O
13-25 lbs.
N
26-40 lbs.
N
41-100 lbs.
N
Required education and experience
Education:
Bachelor's Degree (four-year college) Field of Study: Accounting: Required
Experience:
Must have at least one (1) year of experience in public or private accounting: Required Prior experience in Sales & Use tax: Preferred
Certifications & Licenses:
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or CPA eligible: Preferred
Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office products is required including, but not limited to: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Access, etc.: Required
Affirmative Action/EEO statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, genetic makeup, status as a protected veteran, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.
Other duties
The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the company may deem appropriate.
I have reviewed this job description, and I can perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Applicant/Employee-Partner Date
Interviewer/Supervisor Date
Organization Name: Buffalo Rock Company
Website: https://www.buffalorock.com/careers/
Job Department: Corporate Financial Accounting
Reports to: Financial Accounting Manager
Work Schedule: M-F 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (must be flexible)
Job Type: Regular
FLSA Status: Exempt
Amount of Travel Required: May travel up to 2 days per year
Job Description
Summary/objective
Buffalo Rock is an award-winning Pepsi and Keurig Dr Pepper bottler founded in Birmingham, AL more than 123 years ago. Buffalo Rock manages the best beverage portfolio in the country, which includes several beloved global and regional brands. The Staff Accountant position is a key member of the Financial Accounting Team. The Staff Accountant is responsible for the preparation, examination, and analysis of assigned company accounting records, financial statement preparation and analysis, and any other financial reports to assess the accuracy, completeness, and conformance to the Company's reporting and procedural standards. In addition, this position will be responsible for handling other accounting, financial or administrative duties as deemed appropriate from time to time.
Essential functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. Financial Statements o Learn the functionality of the company's financial management systems (Oracle and VIP).
o Assist with month and year end financial statement review.
o Reconcile balance sheet accounts (cash, accounts receivable, accounts payable, etc.) in the applicable subsidiary ledger to the applicable summary level account in the general ledger.
o Reconcile various access database details to the general ledger.
o Prepare and post standard journal entries.
o Distribute monthly financial reports.
o Prepare year end audit work papers and schedules; assist auditors with their inquiries.
o Maintain credit card and EFT payment files.
o Maintain lease accounting files, to ensure proper lease classification, and prepare lease related journal entries.
o Assist with review of product costs.
o Review meals and entertainment and other expense accounts for proper coding.
o Maintain various financial analysis spreadsheets.
Property Tax Administration o Prepare property tax returns (Alabama, Florida, Georgia) for timely filing.
o Assist with the resolution of any property tax filing and payment issues with the applicable tax jurisdiction.
o Prepare annual accrual for property tax liabilities.
Sales, Use and Rental Tax Administration o Prepare and file sales, use and rental tax returns for the Company.
o Prepare changes to the sales and use tax codes in the Company sales (VIP), leasing (Maintenance Connection) and payables (Oracle) systems.
o Prepare reconciliations of the balance in the sales, use and rental tax subsidiary ledger(s) to the summary level account in the general ledger.
Treasury Management o Assist daily with cash flow management.
Required to complete other activities assigned. Other Duties and Responsibilities
Exhibit a high level of ethical and moral conduct while at work or in attendance at any off-site function while representing the Buffalo Rock Company. Responsible for continuous self-improvement through the knowledge and use of all Buffalo Rock provided training. Successfully complete assigned training curriculum, including but not limited to online and/or facilitated training. Ensure that every reasonable precaution is taken to protect the Company from possible damages, theft, or other liabilities. Ensure that every reasonable precaution is taken to protect the safety of Employee-Partners, self, customers, Buffalo Rock property, and customer property. Honor and follow through on all business commitments. Embody Buffalo Rock's Purpose of "Building brands through legendary service and remarkable people." Live Buffalo Rock's Core Values:
Committed to serving our communities. Customer success drives our success. Integrity matters. Obsessed with continuous improvement. We care for each other.
Competencies
Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly. Analytical Skills - Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem. Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word. Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely. Customer Oriented - Ability to take care of the customers' needs while following company procedures. Leadership - Ability to influence others to perform their jobs effectively and to be responsible for making decisions. Motivation - Ability to inspire oneself and others to reach a goal and/or perform to the best of their ability. Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task. Project Management - Ability to organize and direct a project to completion. Working Under Pressure - Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations. Supervisory responsibilities
NA
Work environment
Primarily inside work with most if not all working hours in a close office environment
Physical demands
N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position.
O (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5 hrs/day)
F (Frequently) Position requires this activity from 33%-66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5 hrs/day)
C (Constantly) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5 hrs/day)
Physical Demands
Lift/Carry
Stand
O
Walk
O
Sit
C
Manually Manipulate
O
Grasp
O
Reach Outward
O
Reach Above Shoulder
O
Speak
F
Climb
N
Crawl
N
Squat or Kneel
O
Bend
O
10 lbs. or less
O
11-20 lbs.
O
21-50 lbs.
O
51-100 lbs.
N
Over 100 lbs.
N
Push/Pull
12 lbs. or less
O
13-25 lbs.
N
26-40 lbs.
N
41-100 lbs.
N
Required education and experience
Education:
Bachelor's Degree (four-year college) Field of Study: Accounting: Required
Experience:
Must have at least one (1) year of experience in public or private accounting: Required Prior experience in Sales & Use tax: Preferred
Certifications & Licenses:
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or CPA eligible: Preferred
Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office products is required including, but not limited to: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Access, etc.: Required
Affirmative Action/EEO statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, genetic makeup, status as a protected veteran, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.
Other duties
The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the company may deem appropriate.
I have reviewed this job description, and I can perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Applicant/Employee-Partner Date
Interviewer/Supervisor Date