What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant position at GardenCore?
GardenCore is searching for a results-oriented Staff Accountant CPA to join our fast-paced, high-growth, industry-leading business. Reporting directly to the Vice President of Finance, in this critical role you will review and manage the corporate departments’ general ledger accounts and departmental reporting (Marketing, Retail, IT, CRO and Finance).
This is a vital role with future opportunities for career progression as the business grows. The candidate should be highly motivated, detail-oriented, trustworthy, and results-driven. Prior experience in general accounting, journal entries, variance analysis, and ERP systems is required.
Job Location
This position will be based out of the office in Atlanta, GA. The position will require occasional travel, as needed, up to 20% of the time.
Job Responsibilities
- Corporate Accounting: Ensure proper recording and coding of corporate costs. Assist with the monthly closing process, balance sheet reconciliations, GL review for coding accuracy, as well as internal and external audit requests and ad hoc reporting.
- Departmental Reporting: Analyze monthly actual performance compared to budget and provide ad hoc reporting to budget owners. This role will be the liaison between accounting and corporate departments to facilitate accurate and timely reporting to decision makers.
- Collaboration: Maintain a great working relationship within our corporate finance team and with the teams in the divisions and departments.
- Ad hoc: Support ad hoc financial information requests, analyses, and other special projects, as assigned.
Job Requirements
- Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in accounting
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license
- 3 years of related work experience in Accounting or Finance (public or private) is a plus
- Advanced Excel skills
- Organized and able to prioritize tasks
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Willing to travel, as needed, up to 20% of the time
What GardenCore Offers You
- Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
- Group retirement savings program
- An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
About GardenCore
GardenCore is a leading U.S. manufacturer of lawn and garden consumables, offering a broad portfolio of mulch, soil, stone, and lime products. GardenCore has deep, long-standing partnerships with major home improvement retailers and garden centers, and delivers consistent, high-quality execution across large-scale private label and branded programs. GardenCore has over 1,400 employees and operates 58 manufacturing facilities across the United States.
GardenCore, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
EOE/Vet/Disability
GardenCore is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
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