What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant position at Viking Range?
Description
THE STAFF ACCOUNTANT IS RESPONSIBLE FOR ASSISTING IN ALL ACCOUNTING ACTIVITIES WITHIN VIKING, LYNX, AND VHG. THIS ROLE ENSURES THE ACCURATE MEASUREMENT, ANALYSIS, AND REPORTING OF COSTS, INVENTORY, AND BUDGET VARIANCES TO OPTIMIZE OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY AND PROFITABILITY.
THE STAFF ACCOUNTANT IS RESPONSIBLE FOR ASSISTING IN ALL ACCOUNTING ACTIVITIES WITHIN VIKING, LYNX, AND VHG. THIS ROLE ENSURES THE ACCURATE MEASUREMENT, ANALYSIS, AND REPORTING OF COSTS, INVENTORY, AND BUDGET VARIANCES TO OPTIMIZE OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY AND PROFITABILITY.
- Participate in the monthly closing process through journal entries and general ledger account reconciliation.
- Monitor and report on budget vs. actual performance, identifying cost-saving opportunities.
- Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed.
- Collaborate with operations, procurement, and finance departments to create annual budgets/forecasts and to support business goals.
- Assist in the financial reporting process for all Viking Hospitality Group (VHG) entities on a daily and monthly basis.
- Consolidate, analyze and file sales tax returns where nexus is established, currently all 50 U.S. States.
- Record all payroll journal entries, run payroll reports, provide headcount information and serve as backup for payroll manager.
- Assist in maintaining accurate product cost data and inventory valuation through cost roll updates.
- Prepare and analyze cost reports, including standard costs and variances.
- Ensure accurate data entry and reporting through automated tools.
- Perform other financial reporting, analysis, research, and special projects as needed.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting
- Strong quantitative ability and ability to solve complex problems
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Knowledge of accounting principles, financial statement analysis, and management reporting
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
- Strong attention to detail and a results-driven mindset