Accounting Associate

Company: US6469 Sysco Payroll, Division of Sysco Resources Services, LLC

Zip Code: 08837

JOB SUMMARY

This position is a support function within the overall finance department. This position is responsible for processing and posting of customer invoices and payments, and other related A/R functions as well as other tasks assigned by the supervisor. This position will also help back up A/P functions as needed.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Receive, reconcile and process all customer invoices.
• Correct/resolve invoice discrepancies/issues.
• Reconcile short pays and skipped invoices.
• Scan/File all customer invoices.
• Apply cash/checks to customer accounts.
• Print, email customer A/R (Accounts Receivable) Statements.
• Prepare A/R (Accounts Receivable) reporting. (monthly, ad hoc, etc).
• Collaborate regularly with sales team in reconciling customer balances and on collection efforts.
• Assist with all aspects of the accounting and finance departments as needed, and/or assist teammates due to absences.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• High School Diploma.
• Bachelor’s or Associate's Degree in Finance or Accounting Preferred.

Experience:

• Entry-level position.
• 1 year of accounting knowledge preferred.

Professional Skills:

• Proficient computer skills with emphasis on Word and Excel (Excel skills highly valuable).
• Strong comfort level interacting with both customers and salespeople.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• Must be able to analyze data and draw logical conclusions and recommendations from the data.

OVERVIEW:

Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations.

We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.

This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.