JUNIOR ACCOUNTANT

Job Description

About the Job: Junior Accountant, Canteen

Canteen, a member of Compass Group USA, is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join their team as a Junior Accountant. This position, classified under Pay Grade 6, offers an exciting opportunity for growth and professional development within a dynamic company that brings innovative break time solutions to workplaces.

Canteen prides itself on combining food, service, and experience with industry-leading technology to enhance workplace environments through markets, office coffee and snacks, unattended retail, and culinary services. The company emphasizes a people-first culture, valuing dedication, collaboration, and passion as key drivers of their success. If you bring enthusiasm, customer service skills, and commitment, Canteen offers a supportive environment to innovate and grow.

Key Responsibilities

Reporting directly to the Accounting Manager, the Junior Accountant will play a crucial role in maintaining financial accuracy and supporting various accounting functions. Essential duties and responsibilities include:

• Financial Transaction Management: Preparing and maintaining accurate financial and business transactions.
• Account Reconciliations: Preparing and maintaining client and financial account reconciliations to ensure data integrity.
• Month-End Close Support: Assisting with reporting for month-end accounting close entries and preparing various account reconciliations.
• Cash Management: Supporting cash position analysis, processing check payments, handling various deposits, and managing purchases, expenses, and trial balances.
• Revenue Reporting: Compiling and reviewing program revenue reporting and analysis for client programs.
• Accounts Payable Support: Assisting with Accounts Payable functions, including check runs and reviewing entries.
• Data Query and Analysis: Developing and running queries using Microsoft Access and Excel to analyze program financial information.
• Point of Contact: Serving as the primary point of contact for finance-related inquiries.
• Report Preparation: Preparing other accounting-related reports as needed.
• Ad Hoc Duties: Performing other assigned duties to support the accounting department.

Qualifications

Canteen is looking for a candidate with a strong foundation in accounting principles and practical experience. Preferred qualifications include:

• Education: An Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field is preferred; equivalent experience will also be considered.
• Experience: 2-3 years of experience in accounting, accounts payable/receivable, reconciliation, or operational support is preferred.
• Technical Proficiency:
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including basic formulas, pivot tables, and VLOOKUP.
  • Comfort working with vending technology, credit card readers, and basic equipment troubleshooting.
• Soft Skills:
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with team members and other departments.
  • Exceptional organizational skills and a keen attention to detail.
  • Ability to analyze data, solve problems efficiently, and work independently in a deadline-driven environment.

Benefits and Culture

Associates at Canteen are offered a comprehensive package of benefits designed to support their well-being and professional growth. These benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Life Insurance/AD & Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program & Discount Marketplace
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Identity Theft Protection & Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits & Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave & Personal Leave

Canteen is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer committed to fair treatment of all applicants and associates. The company values diversity and considers all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. This position is also eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus.

Come grow with us. Apply to Canteen today!