Accounting Clerk III

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At SpartanNash, we deliver the ingredients for a better life through customer-focused innovation. We do this for our supply chain customers and U.S. military commissaries, retail store guests and, most importantly, our Associates. In fact, we see a day when each will say, “I can't live without them.”

Our SpartanNash family of Associates is 20,000 strong, ranging from bakery managers to order selectors; from IT developers to vice presidents of finance; from HR Business Partners to export specialists. Each of them plays an integral role in SpartanNash's People First culture, Operational Excellence and Insights that Drive Solutions. Ready to contribute to the success of our food solutions company? Apply now!

Location:

850 76th Street S.W. - Byron Center, Michigan 49315

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Position Summary:

This role is responsible for performing semi-complex clerical accounting functions by applying and/or occasionally interpreting established work procedures in one of the following areas: general accounting, retail accounting, or food distribution accounting.

Here's what you'll do:

• Perform a variety of semi-complex accounting tasks such as balancing and reconciling accounts, creating journal entries and accounting transactions; uses judgment regarding account affected, reviewing trial balances, assist with compiling financial statements and generating and reviewing computer reports at regular intervals.
• Prepares accounting reports according to accounting procedures and instruction.
• Provides timely and accurate customer service to internal and external customers.
• Identifies errors and resolves them when appropriate, completes necessary manual reports, reviewing trial balances and assisting with accounting filing as requested or assigned.
• May be responsible for licensing of transportation fleet equipment
• Responsible for processing and reporting of IFTA
• May be responsible for processing of owner operator (carrier settlements) or payroll processing.
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Here's what you'll need:

• High School Diploma (Required) or GED, an equivalent combination of education and/or experience will be considered.
• Three years general accounting clerk experience; experience in assigned function(s) preferred.
• General knowledge of accounting principles.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, customer service skills and strong organizational skills.
• In-depth knowledge of MS Office (Word and Excel) and other desktop software.
• Knowledge and experience with Transportation Management Systems (TMS) is preferred.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. May be required to lift and/or move 20 pounds. The associate is frequently required to sit/stand/walk. While performing the duties of this position, the associate is subject to a typical office environment and is rarely exposed to outside weather conditions. Temperatures may vary for those subject to any of the following areas: computer/server room, print shop, production area). The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate but may be high in distribution settings. Travel requirements vary by assignment.

As part of our People First culture, SpartanNash is proud to offer a robust and competitive Total Rewards benefits package.

SpartanNash is an Equal Opportunity Employer that invests in Associate development, recognizes and celebrates success, fosters two-way communication, and promotes a sense of belonging. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities and Veterans.

We are not able to sponsor work visas for this position.