Accountant, Staff

Responsibilities associated with this position involve the analysis of all accounts and reports related to gross profit, sales, purchases and inventories.

• Calculate and audit gross profit percentages by analyzing all accounts and reports related to gross profit, sales, purchases and inventory.
• Prepare and post monthly journal entries.
• Maintain asset and liability work papers and balance accounts.
• Audit monthly financial statements and analyze expenses.
• Correspond and resolve with other departments regarding gross profit and financial statement issues.
• Prepare monthly summary reports listing items affecting gross profit and expense amounts and reports as needed.
• Prepare and file business license renewals.
• Prepare and file various tax returns.
• Prepare audit work papers.
• Profile financial statements.
• Analyze and balance various accounts.
• Prepare note schedules and interest calculations.
• Schedule grocery/pharmacy inventories.
• Responsible for permanent recording and storage of financial statements.
• Maintain fixed assets and prepare capital expenditure budget.
• Prepare budgets and goals.
• Other duties as required.

• High school graduate, supplemented by a four-year college degree
• 3-5 years accounting experience preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of debit and credit bookkeeping principles.
• Demonstrated experience using analytical skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software.
• Ability to type with speed and accuracy.
• Ability to assign work, recognize work related needs and make recommendations to pursue their successful conclusion.
• Ability to maintain strictest confidentiality.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and/or written instructions, perform routine and repetitive tasks and have constant contact/interaction with various levels of individuals on a daily basis

·        Ability to attend on-site work during normal business hours, in the typical work week, as well as extra time as needed to fulfill job duties

Food City is a privately held, family-owned company with a driving mission to "run the best store in town." Dedicated to giving back to the communities we serve, we encourage our associates to get involved with their local civic organizations. We consider our associates to be our greatest asset. Over 13% of the company is currently owned by our associates through our employee stock ownership plan, promoting tremendous pride in the services and products we provide. Whether your passion is baking, accounting, or trucking, Food City has a promising career opportunity for you. We offer flexible schedules to ensure our associates have ample time to spend with family and friends. If you're looking for a great career or the opportunity to try something different, consider becoming part of the Food City family.