Our client, an importer and distributor of meat products from Italy to the US is looking for an organized and reliable Accounting and Administrative Specialist to join their team. In this position, you will be responsible for the Company's bookkeeping and accounting functions. The right candidate must come with a Finance/Accounting background and have experience doing bank reconciliations, working with vendors (invoicing and keeping track of received payments), issuing customer invoices, journal entries and month-end closing reports.
Main Responsibilities
In charge of the bookkeeping and accounting responsibilities including preparation of monthly accounting reports
Assist in the budget and business plans for the US branch, by providing accurate information and analysis
Establish and maintain an overall monthly expense budget based on current management guidelines
Carry out day to day office administrative and operational tasks in a timely fashion
Ensure timely compliance with the Company's obligations and deadlines
Serve as backup for logistics in managing shipment activities, ensuring pickup and delivery is on time and in maintaining carrier relationships to ensure dedicated capacity on a large scale
Assist in inputting and processing accurate shipment data in Company's EDI system
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration
2 to 5 years' experience in an Accounting/Finance department or in a role which includes accounting/bookkeeping responsibilities
Some experience with accounting for imports, especially from Europe, is highly preferred.
Exposure to customs clearance as well as converting Euro to Dollars, highly preferred
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with rapidly changing priorities
Excellent Excel skills, required
QuickBooks experience, highly preferred
EDI knowledge, a plus
Experience with P&L statements
Strong work ethic, energetic, fast learner
Good organization and time management skills
Strong verbal communication and problem-solving skills
Experience with organizing trade shows/ industry events is a plus
Hybrid schedule - 3 to 4 days in-office in DUMBO, Brooklyn, and 1 to 2 days remote
Ability to work between the hours of either 8am-4pm or 8:30am - 4:30pm