Description:
In order to achieve our mission, we know that “the books” must be accurate and done in a timely manner. The Bookkeeper is ultimately responsible for keeping records that our Operations team can depend on, reducing their number of overall concerns, and allowing them to concentrate on what they do best: providing extra-mile service.
OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE!
- Maintain vendor relations
o Reconcile vendor statements
o Act as point person for vendor invoice/payment questions
o Assist managers with invoice questions
o Daily counting
o Maintaining cash drawers
- Maintain accounting files, both physical and digital
- Responsible for office supplies, both ordering and maintaining inventory
- Daily processing of financial transactions
o Posting daily sales
o Invoice coding and entry
o Waste and transfers
o Processing check runs
o Processing payroll
- Assist controller in financial reporting
- Process monthly customer statements and posting payments
As is more often than not the case, keep in mind that "of utmost importance” describes the general nature and level of work performed in your job. They should not be construed as an exhaustive listing of all job duties and responsibilities by employees so classified.
Requirements:
OF COURSE THERE ARE OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
Requires work with others in a group or team, external customers, face-to-face discussions with individuals or teams.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED
- A flexible, adaptable work style. We are always figuring out new ways to be the best!
- An eye for detail
- Exceptional organizational skills
- Excellent data entry skills
- Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
- Strong working knowledge of QuickBooks Desktop
- Strong Excel skills
- Ability to communicate in a clear, concise manner
WHAT’S IMPORTANT TO HAVE
1 year experience in bookkeeping or similar role, required
Familiar with an administrative office environment
Associate or bachelor's degree preferred
WHAT’S NICE TO HAVE
Experience in retail grocery, but no worries if you don’t. This is a great place to get to know all about it!
The more experience, the better!
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO DO BE ABLE TO DO – with or without an accommodation
Frequently raise or lower objects up to 40 pounds from one level to another regularly |Remain on feet in upright position for continuous periods of time |Walk throughout store, including to other buildings and outdoor areas | Exerting force on a regular basis so object is moved to or from team member | Carrying objects up to 40 pounds on a regular basis | Grasping and/or picking up objects | Regularly reaching for objects | Bending forward by bending at waist or bending legs and spine
WHAT THE WORK ENVIRONMENT IS LIKE
It is tight! Not quite being packed in like sardines, but close sometimes. It may be necessary to step outside depending on the task at hand or walk between buildings. Be prepared for all weather conditions. That means from time to time you will need a raincoat, warm outerwear, boots, and an appreciation of Vermont’s beautiful and changing weather!
MAINTAINING A CLEAN & SANITARY WORK ENVIRONMENT
Follow all safety and health protocols | Housekeeping is important | Tidy up your workspace regularly | Wipe down frequently touched surfaces | Pick up items on the floor that could be trip/fall hazards.
MORE ABOUT YOUR JOB DESCRIPTION
It is not a contract of employment | Employment remains at will | Performing all or some of the job to expectation is not a promise or guarantee of continued employment |Any responsibilities can be temporarily or permanently changed or modified at any time in the Market’s sole discretion, with or without prior notice to our staff | Changes may be made with or without being in writing | Employees may be required to perform other jobs for The Market even if not within this job or this department | This describes the general nature and level of work performed in this job | Understand this should not be construed as an exhaustive listing of all job duties and responsibilities of employees so classified.
