Senior Accountant – Part-time

Position closes on Friday, 30 December 2011

Location: Beverly, MA
Company: Orchard Brands
Reports To: Financial Planning & Analysis Manager

Position Summary:

The position is in an exciting group within Orchard Brands tasked to develop new business areas.  This individual would be responsible for performing a variety of tasks to support the flow of financial information, the production of financial reports, and the monthly close process.  In addition, this position would provide financial analysis support to the team on a variety of initiatives.

Essential Position Responsibilities:

• Complete all monthly, quarterly, and year end journal entries related to the New Business Ventures entity
• Produce analysis to support the understanding of the monthly entries
• Work with the Financial Reporting Coordinator to assist in the preparation of the company’s monthly financial package
• Conduct monthly balance sheet analysis, reconciliation and forecast
• Complete external auditors’ requests
• Work closely with IT project manager to track capital expenditures across the businesses
• Assist in the development of reporting and performance tracking documents for a variety of programs
• Develop and maintain contract summaries and accounting process documentation
• Lead or assist with various finance, accounting, or other special projects
• Perform a variety of ad-hoc assignments working directly with senior management
• Serve as a liason between NBV and brand accounting teams

Essential Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or Finance
• Three (3) to five (5) years of accounting experience.  CPA desirable
• Strong knowledge of Generally Acceptable Accounting Practices
• Demonstrated ability to manage tight deadlines and prioritize workloads with a high degree of accuracy and minimal supervision in a fast paced environment
• Proven efficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint). Experience with Infinium, Cognos and SAP financial systems a plus
• Excellent organizational skills

Orchard Brands offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and an excellent benefits package including Health/Dental insurance, Life, Long Term and short Term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, 401K match, EAP, and employee discount.  For consideration, please submit your resume, along with a cover letter and salary requirements to jobs@orchardbrands.com.  Orchard Brands is an equal opportunity employer.