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Gellert Global Group Staff Cost Accountant in Elizabeth, New Jersey
The Gellert Global Group (GGG) is the largest privately held food importer in the United States. Comprised of several companies (Atalanta Corporation, Camerican International, Finica, Tipico Cheese Products), GGG sources the highest quality cheese, meats, frozen fruit, shelf stable fruit, vegetables, seafood, and specialty products. These items are sourced from over 60 countries and sold to leading retailers, food service distributors, restaurant chains, and food manufacturers. GGG is a third-generation family-run business with 600 employees and combined revenues exceeding $1.7 billion.
Gellert Global Group is seeking a highly motivated Staff Cost Accountant who will report to the Controller and is responsible for creating accurate and timely financial records for the organization as well as performing account analysis and reconciliations. A strong work ethic, attention to detail, and demonstrated knowledge of technical and operational accounting and finance functions are required.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Research and analyze purchase price variances.
Assist with PO closures and error reviews for corrective action.
Review accuracy of inventory movement and cost adjustments
Reconcile inventory accounts to the general ledger.
Analyze daily gross margin review for accuracy and completeness.
Perform analytics to collaborate with procurement team on cost components.
Prepare monthly journal entries.
Contribute to the completion of various financial reports.
Skills and Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
2 - 3 years of related experience
Advanced Excel skills
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Skilled in research and data analysis
Attention to detail and sense of urgency
Self-driven to meet deadlines and achieve goals
Capability to work independently
Flexibility to multi-task and adjust to priorities
Ability to problem solve and work under pressure to meet deadlines
Experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus
Infor M3 is a plus
In addition to offering a competitive base salary and a performance-based bonus program, we are committed to providing our employees with comprehensive benefits that include a choice of benefit plans and levels of coverage to meet the needs of the employees and their families.
Medical, Dental, and Vision benefit options (Company contribution towards medical)
Company paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Tax Savings Flexible Spending Accounts – Health and Dependent Care
Generous company match with immediate vesting upon enrollment in our 401(k)
Progressive PTO policy in addition to Company paid holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Educational Assistance program for both employees and their children
Employee engagement and recognition programs
Employee Referral Bonus program
Employee Wellness and Community Giving Initiatives
Company-sponsored celebrations and team building events
The Gellert Global Group of companies is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state, or local law.
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