Corporate Accounting Manager

Full-Time, Exempt Position + Competitive Benefit Package

Position based out of Bear Lake, Michigan

Who is Blarney Castle Oil Co.? We’re the heart of retail C-Store operations in Michigan! We’re family-owned and have grown up in Michigan since our founding in 1933. Today we’re delighted to have over 1,800 smart, experienced and fun team members across the state, all with one purpose in mind – building great customer experiences one person at a time. This position is an in-office position, based out of our Home Office in Bear Lake, Michigan.

JOB PURPOSE:  

Performs functions requiring the supervision and direction of general accounting activities to ensure generally accepted accounting principles are followed in the preparation and presentation of financial reports.  Develops and Implements methods and procedures for the preparation of periodic financial reports and results of operations, including ensuring the accuracy of details such as journal entries, cash, assets, and reconciliations.  Assists the Assistant Controller in the development and implementation of systems to move the Company from a manual to an automated environment for administering and maintaining financial transactions and records.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

1. Bachelor’s degree in accounting with five years of progressively responsible experience in accounting.
2. Thorough knowledge of accounting principles.
3. Demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail in previous environments. Synthesis of complex and diverse information; collection and research of data; use of intuition and experience to develop a solution to a problem.
4. Strong communication and problem-solving skills along with the willingness to work in a professional team environment.
5. CPA experience preferred.
6. Displays original thinking and creativity; meets challenges with resourcefulness; generates suggestions for improving work; and develops innovative approaches and ideas.
7. Demonstrated computer literacy and well-developed skills using spreadsheet application software.
8. The ability to multi-task and effectively prioritize work.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

1. Manages the activities and personnel of the accounts payable department and supervises all matters incidental to the accounts payable function.
2. Process daily export out of PDI and import AP Invoice and GL Distribution files into DM2.
3. Import daily Ignite import into DM2. Post journal entries to clear out the End of Day variances that result from the Ignite Import for variances between the inventory and accounts receivable sub-modules and the general ledger.
4. Post weekly journal entry upload for payroll expense, 401(k), and Non-Qualified Deferred Compensation.
5. Prepare and file the monthly Sales, Use, and Withholding tax return using Michigan Treasury Online.
6. Post journal entries for sales tax, use tax, and prepaid fuel taxes.
7. Post monthly recurring journal entries and allocation entries for workers comp insurance and corporate insurance expense.
8. Maintain prepaid insurance analysis and update monthly recurring entries as appropriate.
9. Run reports from Ignite and build office deposit listing for Senior Accountant to import into the Bank Reconciliation module each month.
10. Maintain the analysis for fixed assets, including the gain/loss analysis.
11. Maintain the Construction in Progress analysis and record journal entries to capitalize assets upon project completion.
12. Enter assets into the FAS depreciation system and tie reports to the general ledger.
13. Prepare accounting summaries for new site acquisitions, including allocating the equipment listing, journal entry preparation and inventory check requests.
14. Work with the Bear Lake Warehouse personnel to manage bulk lube and oil vendors and record invoices through the receipt of invoice function on the Purchase Order module
15. Post AP to AR clearing entries for AR customers that are also AP vendors. This is done through the AP Module – Period End function.  Customers include Merle Boes and Northern Energy in AP is linked to the Zaremba Chevron MSA and Margette Rail Chevron MSA accounts in AR.
16. Record manual check for ACH payments for vendors handled through Purchase Order Inventory.
17. Maintain monthly NSF checks that are returned to the Huntington Centralized bank account. Request the Treasury Manager transfer money into this account to replenish the balance and record the journal entries for the bank transfers.  Work with CSR to record customer NSF checks on customer accounts in DM2 and Ignite.  Reconcile the Huntington Centralized bank account monthly.
18. Review weekly physical check runs and send a file to the bank for check positive pay. Review check positive pay alerts daily and follow-up on exceptions.
19. Post cash receipts as necessary.
20. Clear out own-use clearing accounts for AR at month-end.
21. Record wire transfers for purchases of fixed assets and site acquisitions.
22. Reconcile the Huntington Operating bank account monthly.
23. Reviews outstanding check list and work with Finance and Accounts Payable team to resolve.
24. Works with Controller and Assistant Controller on PDI Migration project and developing a plan for implementation to roll out to the Accounts Payable and Finance teams.
25. P-Card administrator to manage all company issued p-cards.
26. Maintains all postings for Blarney Castle Inc., including monthly recurring entries, bank reconciliations, repeating AR invoice entries for rent, fixed asset depreciation, accounts payable and check printing; and year-end true-up’s.
27. Pursues training and development opportunities to continuously build knowledge and skills.
28. Follows company policies and procedures. Completes training within established deadlines.
29. Other duties as assigned.
    

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: 

1. Work is performed in a climate-controlled office environment.
2. Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
3. Extensive typing and/or data entry.
4. Occasional work in document storage areas around historical records.
5. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds.

Benefits: Our team members enjoy insurances including Medical & Prescription plan coverages, FSA, HSA, Dental, Vision, Short and Long Term Disability, Life Insurances, Hospitalization, Accident and Critical Illness. We also offer PTO, 401(k) Plan options including an employer match, Tuition Assistance Programs, Employee Assistance Plan, Identity Theft Protection, and Home Heating Discounts.

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