Job Information
The Vitamin Shoppe Accountant, Senior- Fixed Assets in Secaucus, New Jersey
Overview
The Senior Accountant is responsible for applying accounting principles and procedures to analyze financial information, prepare accurate and timely financial reports and statements and ensure appropriate accounting control procedures.
Responsibilities
Manage Fixed Assets process from start to finish including researching discrepancies and preparation of account reconciliations
Monitor the construction in progress accounts and partner with applicable business partners on tracking the status of open projects
Review of PO’s and invoices for potential capital expenditures in eRequester and Facility Source Repair and Maintenance third party system
Update the monthly Store Listing file and share with business partners
Contribute to the execution of the monthly, quarterly and annual close processes including completing reconciliations, escalation and resolution of issues, and meeting all associated deadlines
Perform monthly variance analysis on P&L and balance sheet accounts and field questions within the organization
Assist in the completion of the annual store impairment analysis
Manually track and periodically book franchise related fixed asset activity
Calculate trend performance on major areas
Assist in financial analysis and budgeting
Participate in preparation of monthly reporting and Fixed Asset related reports
Establish and monitor the implementation and maintenance of accounting control procedures
Work collaboratively with the General Accounting team and the Finance Planning and Analysis (FP&A) team to ensure completeness and accuracy of financial statements accounts including Fixed Assets and Depreciation Expense; among other accounting areas
Review, investigate, and correct errors and inconsistencies in financial entries, general ledger accounts, and financial reports
Conduct balance sheet analytics and prepare robust commentary explaining variances
As needed, record fixed asset related fair-value purchase accounting adjustments
As needed, support Treasury Department as a back-up for daily cash reporting
Work closely with internal and external auditors in completing audits providing appropriate insight and documentation
Preparation of various journal entries in conformity with established procedures.
Other Functions:
- Participate in ad hoc projects.
Qualifications
Education/Certification:
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or equivalent combination of experience and instruction
CPA preferred
Required Knowledge:
Knowledge of basic accounting concepts and procedures including preparation of account reconciliations.
Knowledge of Sage Fixed Asset System preferred.
Experience Required:
- 3 - 5 years accounting experience
Skill and Ability:
Detail oriented.
Financial analysis skills.
Problem solving and analytical skills.
Able to work in team environment.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Access
Equal Opportunity Policy
The Vitamin Shoppe is an equal opportunity employer. We respect diversity and accordingly are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, gender, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Our management is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy with respect to hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, separation, recruitment, pay and other forms of compensation, access to facilities and programs, training and general treatment during employment.
We firmly believe that every Health Enthusiast has the right to be treated with dignity and respect. Our goal is to maintain a satisfied and productive team of Health Enthusiasts. The keys to reaching that goal are effective leadership, equal application of fair human resources policies, competitive wages and benefits, and close attention to all health enthusiast matters. The Vitamin Shoppe is committed to the principle of fair and impartial treatment of our Health Enthusiasts.
Health Enthusiasts with questions or concerns about equal employment opportunities in the workplace are encouraged to bring these issues to the attention of their Human Resources representative. We will not allow any form of retaliation against Health Enthusiasts who raise issues of perceived discrimination in good faith. To ensure our workplace is free of artificial barriers, violation of this policy may result in disciplinary action, up to and including discharge.
Compensation
The wage for this position is based on many factors such as role requirements, skill set, years of experience and other organizational needs. The estimated range is $70,000 - $80,000 per year.
ID 2024-36951
Category Accounting/Finance
Location US-NJ-Secaucus
We support diversity with a respectful, inclusive culture as an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran, or disabled status, or genetic information.
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