General Accountant I

Grande Cheese Company

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

Fond du Lac, Wisconsin

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The General Accountant I will support accurate financial reporting, compliance, and fixed asset management. They will also assist with account reconciliations, journal entries, and financial analysis in accordance with US GAAP.

Qualifications

We are looking for a detail-oriented General Accountant I to assist with financial reporting and compliance practices. A bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and fundamental knowledge of accounting principles and finance concepts are required. Internship or related accounting/finance experience is preferred.

Job Description

Why Grande?

With more than 80 years of crafting “The Finest Italian Cheeses Money Can Buy”, Grande is a leader in the industry! Whether partnering with independent pizzerias from coast-to-coast to ensure they’re delivering the very best pizza to their customers or assisting our food manufacturing partners in delivering specialty whey ingredient solutions, our commitment to quality can’t be matched. While Grande’s reputation of excellence in the market is important, we believe our commitment to our workplace and community culture is of equal merit – our Associates come first at Grande. To complement our industry-leading benefits, Grande puts an emphasis on your career growth opportunities, while always promoting a positive work/life balance and supporting the communities in which we live and work. If you want to learn more about our company – what we do and how we go about it – or learn more about our beautiful, state-of-the-art corporate headquarters, visit www.grande.com

Did we convince you yet? If not check out our unique benefits

  • Low cost onsite clinics.
  • Free onsite fitness center.
  • Free healthy snacks throughout facility.
  • Health and wellness reimbursement program.
  • Associate cheese purchasing program.
  • Two-year mentorship program.
  • Relaxation rooms (based on location).
  • Coffee and gelato bar (based on location).
  • Paid Parental Leave.
  • State of the art corporate building: https://www.grande.com/careers/#office

Why Fond du Lac?

In Fond du Lac (FDL) you get the full four-season experience – warm in the summer with highs reaching into the 80s and plenty of sunshine for golf, biking, camping and live music under the open sky, and brisk air in the winter with average temps in the 20s and ample snow for snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, ice fishing and winter festivals. The greater FDL area (population 43,000) is easy to get around and roughly an hour drive to almost all major metros in the state (Milwaukee, Madison and Fox Cities/Green Bay). We’ve been rated “Top 100” in job growth among small U.S. metro areas. Additionally, our cost of living is 4% below the national average and you’ll pay 21% less for housing, rent and property taxes compared to the rest of the country. From wonderful educational partners (public and private K12 schools and three local colleges/universities), a plethora of things to do/see, and a vibrant business and commerce community…learn more about how you can call Fond du Lac, HOME!

Job Summary

Grande Fond du Lac is seeking a detail-oriented General Accountant I to support accurate financial reporting and strong compliance practices. In this role, you’ll assist with fixed asset management, lease accounting and oversee the tracking of these assets.  Also, you will assist with account reconciliations, journal entries, and financial analysis in accordance with US GAAP, while supporting close and audit activities that ensure reliable and timely reporting.

You’ll also contribute to maintaining key accounting systems, including the general ledger and fixed assets, support reporting through ERP and Business Intelligence tools, and assist with tax and regulatory filings. If you’re ready to grow your accounting skills and make a meaningful impact in a collaborative finance team, apply today and take the next step in your career!

What you need to be considered for the role:

  • 4 Year / Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Finance required. An equivalent level of experience may be considered.
  • Fundamental knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles
  • Knowledge of fundamental concepts of Finance
  • Fundamental knowledge of spreadsheets

Preferred:

  • Internship or other related Accounting or Finance experience preferred.

Grande Cheese Company

In today’s marketplace, a company stands alone when it can purposefully make the connection between centuries-old traditions and the modern table…and do it with undeniable passion. At Grande, we strive to be the benchmark in bridging innovation and tradition. An enterprise with a tradition of quality, and a quality of tradition. Across every aspect of our business, from producer dairy to your palate, we are committed to establishing genuine connections with those who insist on differentiating themselves from the ordinary. Whether you are enjoying an evening out with friends at your favorite independent pizzeria or Italian restaurant, or building lasting memories with your family across the dinner table, every Grande Associate is personally engaged in helping you establish connections that are timeless…no shortcuts. Facility Locations: Lomira, Brownsville, Fond du Lac, Rubicon, Wyocena, Friendship & Juda, Wisconsin Mission: Grande’s Mission is to build, through outstanding performance of value added strategies, a world•class dairy products trademark that generates the profits and capital necessary to reinvest in the future and the continuing process of fulfilling the commitments of our Culture. Culture: Grande’s Culture is based on pride in professional excellence, respect for rights of Associates, a commitment to strengthen the financial security of all dedicated Associates and the fulfillment of a purpose greater than ourselves.
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