Staff Accountant

Position closes on Monday, 3 May 2010

Location: Beverly, MA
Company: Orchard Brands
Reports To: Accounting Manager

Position Summary:
Work on the accounting team to support the daily accounting function.  The successful candidate will perform a variety of tasks to support the flow of financial information, the production of financial reports and the monthly close. 

Essential Responsibilities:
·    Account reconciliation and analysis
·    General Ledger maintenance
·    Fixed Asset Register maintenance
·    Generation of system reports
·    Prepare General Journal entries as assigned
·    Assist Accounting Manager with special projects and month end close
·    Additional responsibilities will be assigned based on business needs.

Essential Requirements:
·    Bachelor’s degree in Accounting. CPA/MBA preferred.
·    1-2 years of accounting experience.
·    Must have knowledge of commonly used concepts and functions, practices and procedures in the accounting function. 
·    Must be a motivated and enthusiastic self-starter who understands the importance of maintaining a positive outlook. 
·    Should have the highest regard for attention to detail and the ability to review own work for accuracy and format. 

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, fax to 800-673-8401.  Orchard Brands is an equal opportunity employer.