Senior Staff Accountant

Position Title: Senior Staff Accountant          

Reports To: Corporate Controller

Business and Department: VPC Finance & Admin

Role Summary

The Senior Staff Accountant performs a variety of transactional accounting and reporting functions and plays a leading role in the Accounting Department’s preparation of accurate and timely monthly and annual financial statements, as well as business unit performance analysis. This position requires a solid understanding of accounting principles and processes, as well as the ability to extract and analyze data from an ERP system. The Senior Staff Accountant will perform a variety of tasks such as monthly and year-end accounting, maintenance and updating of general ledger schedules, journal entries, balance sheet account reconciliations, consolidation entries, accruals, depreciation, intercompany reconciliations, GL coding, etc., culminating in the preparation of business unit and consolidated financial statements.

Direct Reports                            

• None

Position Responsibilities-Tasks-Deliverables

An individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty listed below. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

All duties as assigned and the following specific activities.

• Perform journal entries to record financial information from source documents.
• Properly code transactions within the general ledger.
• Maintain general ledger schedules.
• Perform reconciliations for accruals, prepaid and other balance sheet accounts.
• Month-end and year-end consolidation entries.
• Fixed asset , debt and lease accounting.
• Monthly and year-end business unit and consolidated financial statement preparation.
• Coordinate with external auditors to provide necessary information.
• Review transactions for compliance with internal controls and company policies.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

On-going outcome that is measurable

• Accurately meets all assigned month-end and year-end accounting responsibilities within the stated closing timeline.
• Maintain or improve days to close.
• Contribute to finance team objectives in support of continuous improvement.

MISCELLANEOUS

• Travel: Generally, none
• Vehicle (own):N/A
• Tools (own): N/A
• Technology (own): Smartphone

EEO Category: Professional (13-2011)

About Visual Pak

Established in 1982, The Visual Pak Companies is the premier destination for cutting-edge contract packaging and manufacturing solutions. As a privately held conglomerate, we specialize in delivering optimal Manufacturing, Design, Packaging, and Logistics Services for Consumer Goods, setting us apart as a leader in the industry.

At our core, we prioritize investing in our talented workforce, leveraging their expertise to drive our proven success and uphold our commitment to strategic excellence. With our ongoing growth trajectory and the need to meet emerging demands, we invite forward-thinking individuals to join our dynamic team and shape the future of manufacturing with us.

Why Join Visual Pak?

At Visual Pak, we are committed to supporting our employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package of traditional and lifestyle benefits. These programs are selected and designed to make a difference for the well-being of our employees and their families.

• Health & Wellness – Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings – with Company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Dependent Care Accounts (DCA) –Save pre-tax dollars on eligible medical expenses.
• Dependent Care Subsidy –Extra financial support for your family’s dependent care needs.
• Childcare & Elder Care Resources – Find trusted care options near you easily.
• Tuition/Education Assistance – Invest in your growth with financial support for education and professional development.
• Active & Fit Direct – Affordable access to thousands of gyms and fitness centers.
• Geode Health – Mental health support tailored to your needs.
• Commuter Benefits – Save on transit and parking expenses.
• Health Advocate Services – Get expert help navigating healthcare and benefits.
• Benefit Hub – Employee Perks and Discount Marketplace – Exclusive savings on shopping, travel, and more!
• Pet Insurance – Coverage to keep your furry family members healthy.
• Paid Time Off & Holidays – Recharge and enjoy your well-earned time away.
• Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance -Disability income protection for long and short-term absences from work.

Knowledge-Skills-Abilities

Education:

• Degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• CPA or other Finance Certifications a plus.

Experience:

• 3 years of staff accounting or equivalent work experience required.

• Transaction-based accounting in an ERP system.
• Self-motivated and self-directed to meet business needs and expectations, including team contribution.
• Demonstrated proficiency in attention to detail, a professional attitude and demeanor, and proven reliability.
• Comparing current business unit performance to prior periods and drawing qualitative conclusions regarding underlying causes for changes in performance.
• Understands changes in assets, liabilities, and cash flow.
• Problem-solving to identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Superior accounting knowledge, with a deep understanding of financial statements and the transactions represented by underlying entries.
• Confident and comfortable managing multiple expectations and deliverables constantly.
• Willing to learn and contribute beyond a specific topic as needed.
• Creates rapport with others easily and sincerely demonstrates trust and receives trust.
• Works effectively in an environment in which the parameters may change frequently; able to adjust behavior to meet the needs of different people and situations.
• Exhibits desire to achieve and perform well consistently; takes action to avoid problems, knows to meet rules both company and applicable regulations.
• Displays integrity and is unwilling to compromise ethics.

Technology/Software (years):

• Competence in using ERP software in an accounting capacity.
• Advanced Excel.
• MS Dynamics/Navision expérience a plus.
• Thorough competency in all accounting entries, following procedures in accordance with the internal control environment.

Communication:

• Well-developed written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills

Physical Capabilities

Strength (lifting, dexterity, repetitive motion):

Movement (standing, stopping, sitting, crouching, crawling):

• Able to sit for extended length of time, using a computer and keyboard.

Hearing (loud noise tolerance, quiet work area, public speaking, receive work direction):

• Ability to receive information in a variable environment by various categories of people.

Vision (judge distance, read signs, extended computer work, identify details):

• Able to read and identify information for the purpose of creating best work.

Visual Pak Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Visual Pak does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, gender (orientation or identification), sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis covered by federal, state, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, skills, individual performance, and business needs.