Staff Rebate Accountant (Hybrid) bei Topco Associates

Overview:

Topco Associates is currently seeking a Staff Accountant for the Accounting team in Itasca, IL. This position will be a hybrid role, with the successful candidate conducting work in our Itasca office three times per week and virtual twice per week.

 

Topco's mission is to provide solutions for our member owners, regional retailers, and wholesalers, and help them achieve a competitive advantage in the markets they serve. We aspire to develop high-performing teams to resemble the diversity of our members' shopper communities to drive greater innovation and creativity that ultimately enhances our business results, and the value Topco provides to its membership.

 

Under the direction of the Associate Manager, the Staff Accountant monitors and controls monthly close activities, ensuring the completion of tasks by required deadlines. Ensures accurate and complete accounting. Prepares and communicates performance and opportunity analyses to management.

Responsibilities:

• Partner with Sourcing/Program management for timely activation of rebate agreement accruals. Utilize control procedures for complete and accurate review of rebate documentation and calculation design.
• Prepare monthly rebate performance variance analysis to prior year and budget. 
• Assist in the preparation quarterly rebate forecasts. 
• Identify and communicate rebate gaps and opportunities to Sourcing/Program management.
• Work with Sourcing/Program management to ensure volume incentive agreements are documented and current and volume incentive amounts are collected on a timely basis.
• Perform various monthly rebate accounting close procedures, including: accrual and reserve calculation, journal entry posting, select general ledger and A/R sub-ledger account reconciliation.
• Coordinate collection of past-due rebate balances with Sourcing/Program management, vendors, and A/P team.
• Prepare work papers for year-end audit and assist outside auditors with year-end audit.
• Partner with accounts payable auditors in their review of potential volume incentive claims.
• Protects organization's value by keeping information confidential. 

PERFORMANCE EVALUATION CRITERIA 

 

Successful performance in these job functions should result in: 

• Timely GL Account review & reconciliation 
• Accurate journal entries
• Accurate and timely report preparation and distribution 
• Constant collaboration amongst team 
• Timely completion and delivery of special projects as needed

Qualifications:

Education:

• Four-year college degree in accounting or finance

 

Technical skills:

• Proficient in MS Office Suite. Advanced skills in MS Excel. 
• Good understanding of internal controls
• SAP experience preferred

 

Previous experience:

• One to two years of accounting or financial analysis experience preferred.

 

Other qualifications:

• Organized self-starter, able to work independently
• Ability to set priorities and meet deadlines on a regular basis
• Ability to successfully handle multiple projects and priorities
• Committed individual to take ownership and bring high personal standards to the workplace

 

Topco strives for an inclusive workplace that reflects our member shopper’s communities. If your experience similarly reflects what you see listed in the job description, please consider applying, as individuals come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and excellence; therefore, we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply to our positions.

 

Topco is an equal employment opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis, including age, sex, color, race, creed, national origin, ancestry, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, political belief, veteran's status, or disability that does not prohibit performance of essential job functions. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process.

Salary Range:$60,000 - $75,000/annuallyBenefits:

• Medical coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield (PPO and HDHP offered)
• Health Savings Account
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Annual flexible spending accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Competitive 401(k) match
• Generous PTO offered

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