Staff Accountant

Campbell Oil Company - Staff Accountant

Elizabethtown, NC

Join us as we grow together personally and professionally!  Four Generations of family leadership continue to make it our vision to leave people better than we found them.  We are more than an oil company, convenience store or restaurant, we are a family!  We are improving the lives of those we touch every day by valuing the customer, caring for our 1000 team members, and supporting our communities that we are honored to serve.  

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are looking for a knowledgeable and experienced Staff Accountant to provide insight into operations and increase department accuracy and efficiency. The successful Staff Accountant is responsible for managing and performing certain accounting functions, adjusting the general ledgers, preparing financial statements, and preparing tax returns for various divisions of Campbell Oil Company.  If you are an ambitious, detail-oriented Staff Accountant looking to join a thriving, fast-paced company that recognizes talent and effort, you should apply!  Located in the Elizabethtown, North Carolina area, this position is a challenging, multi-faceted opportunity to work for a company that recognizes and rewards hard work.  A detailed Job Description will be available when you begin employment.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Begin building your career and apply now for these great benefits!

BENEFITS OVERVIEW

• Family first atmosphere
• Benefits to fit your needs: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, 401k
• Competitive Total Compensation Plans with 401k match
• Paid time off in your first year
• Team first environment
• Paid Gym Memberships
• Remote work in select roles
• Monthly teambuilding exercises
• Everyday Pay if needed
• Flexible Schedules for attending family events
• Professional Training
• Advancement opportunities
• Leadership Training

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Financial Recordkeeping:
  • Maintain and update financial records, including general ledger entries, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and fixed assets.
  • Reconcile bank statements and various accounts to ensure accuracy.
• Financial Reporting:
  • Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
  • Generate financial reports for management review, highlighting key financial metrics and trends.
• Account Reconciliation:
  • Reconcile and analyze accounts to identify discrepancies and variances.
  • Resolve discrepancies by investigating and correcting errors as necessary.
• Budgeting and Forecasting:
  • Support the budgeting and forecasting processes by providing financial data and analysis.
  • Collaborate with department managers to gather budget input and track budget performance.
• Audit Support:
  • Prepare audit schedules and assist external auditors during financial audits.
  • Address audit inquiries and provide documentation as required.
• Expense Management:
  • Monitor and analyze expenses to identify cost-saving opportunities.
  • Review and process employee expense reports.
• Compliance and Regulations:
  • Stay up to date with accounting standards and regulations.
  • Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) or International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) as applicable.
• Special Projects:
  • Participate in ad-hoc financial projects as assigned by the Accounting Director or Controller.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA or progress toward CPA certification is a plus).
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial analysis.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel utilizing VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, and data analysis
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment.
• 1-3 years of relevant accounting experience is preferred
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and interpersonal skills, strong understanding of accounting, finance and management principles
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, proficiency with computers. Experience with other financial systems.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, hear, use hands to type data, operate business equipment and dial the telephone. They are regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, and lift up to 10 lbs and work in a typical office environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.