Senior Accountant

TriMark USA is the country’s largest provider of design services, equipment, and supplies to the foodservice industry. We proudly serve our customers by providing design services, commercial equipment, and foodservice supplies across a wide range of industries and business sectors. Headquartered in Massachusetts, with a history dating back to 1896, we have locations across the country that offer foodservice operators an unparalleled level of service by combining our unique design capabilities and our expert market knowledge with the purchasing strength, delivery, installation, and after-sales service capabilities of a national company. Our employees are focused on creating customized solutions for our clients to ensure they achieve their culinary goals while upholding our I.C.A.R.E. values: Integrity, Customer Service, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. For more information, please visit: www.trimarkusa.com

Why you’ll love it here!

+ Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Tuition Reimbursement, Pet, and Legal Insurance.

POSITION SUMMARY:

• The Senior Accountant reports to the Divisional VP, Finance & Accounting 
• Located in Bedford Park, IL 
• Full-Time
• Hybrid

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Accountant to join our dynamic finance team. This individual will play a vital role in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of our financial records. The Senior Accountant will contribute to the overall success of the organization by ensuring compliance with US GAAP, TriMark policies, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Ideal candidate has experience with lease accounting and fixed assets. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ledger Maintenance:
  • Maintain A/R and A/P sub-ledgers, including retrieving source documents, validation, and reconciliation against transactions posted in the accounting system.
• Journal Entries and Reconciliations:
  • Prepare and record monthly journal entries.
  • Maintain certain balance sheet reconciliations and ensure timely resolution of reconciling items.
• Financial Analysis:
  • Analyze financial statements, identifying and explaining variances.
  • Track and report on key metrics to support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Tax Compliance:
  • Manage all aspects of sales and use tax, including preparing and filing returns and remitting sales tax.
• Financial Reporting:
  • Prepare ad hoc financial analysis and reporting using Excel and other tools.
  • Ensure accurate accounting of vendor rebate income and other corporate-level accounts in collaboration with Corporate Accounting.
• Collaboration and Communication:

1. • Collaborate across functions and with national counterparts at other TriMark divisions to accomplish objectives.
   • Regularly interact with management, auditors, support staff, and outside stakeholders.

COMPETENCIES:

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and processes.
• Solid mathematical skills with the ability to reconcile accounts.
• Proven ability to take direction, learn quickly, and remain flexible in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks to meet timelines in a fast-paced environment.
• Independent thinker with demonstrated sound judgment.
• Analytical ability and intellectual curiosity to understand business drivers, root cause analysis, and trends for identifying potential errors, risks, and areas for continuous improvement.
• Accurate data entry skills and attention to detail.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in accounting, or equivalent Military or practical experience.
• Preferred experience in Manufacturing/Distribution/Construction/Design Build accounting is a plus
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Intermediate to advanced experience in Microsoft Excel (Pivot tables, VLookup, etc.).
• Experience with multiple ERP platforms.
• CPA is preferred but not required.
• Ability to successfully pass a background check post offer acceptance.

#HPIndeed 

The range provided represents the national average pay range for this position and is considered to be a general guideline. Pay for this position will reflect the candidate’s unique qualifications and may be higher or lower than the range provided based on employee geographic location. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other local, state, and federal law.
 

In addition to base salary, this role will be eligible for participation in TriMark’s’ benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, 401K (with employer match), etc.  Leadership positions may also qualify for participation in bonus programs commensurate with role and scope of responsibility.
 

TriMark’s commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging is a purposeful mission of strengthening our organization and those we serve by uniting the unique and beautiful differences of our employees. This mission is instilled in the fiber of who we are as a company, setting the standard for our industry. We are committed to promoting diversity, inclusion and belonging through sharing, education, and experiences.

TriMark USA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
 

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to accommodations@trimarkusa.com.