Staff Accountant

Arona Corporation is seeking a Full Time Staff Accountant for its Headquarters’ in West Des Moines, Iowa. This position reports to the Director of Accounting.  Arona thrives in a high-growth, fast-paced, can-do environment. To be successful in this role you must have a sense of urgency, be able to work in a deadline-oriented environment, be a highly organized self-starter and a team player.

Arona has a long legacy as an industry leader, with continued growth.  We are built on a foundation of excellence, customer focus, quality products and services.  We are currently at 52 stores in Iowa, Nebraska, Illinois, Michigan, Florida, Colorado, Indiana, Kentucky, Puerto Rico and Missouri.  Personally and professionally, we hold ourselves to high standards and an unwavering commitment to do what’s right; treating every individual with respect, compassion and integrity. 

Requirements of the Staff Accountant

• Two year degree
• Minimum of 2 year of experience in accounting or bookkeeping
• Good verbal and written communication skills, good problem-solving, data solving and typing skills
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word.
• Experience with accounting software (ie. Peachtree, BusinessWorks)

The Staff Accountant completes payments and controls expenses by receiving, processing, verifying and reconciling invoices to ensure finances are accurate and up to date. Assist with month-end financial processes.

Responsibilities

• Receive and verify invoice and requisitions for services
• Review all invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment.
• Charges expenses to accounts and cost centers by analyzing invoice/expense reports.
• Verify that transactions comply with financial policies and procedures
• Prepare batches of invoices for data entry
• Data enter invoices for payment
• Answer all vendor inquiries
• Audit invoices for payment
• Research and resolve any outstanding balances on accounts, including telephone, mail or email communications with vendors.
• Enter new or update vendor names and data, send W-9 to vendor.
• Complete credit applications as requested by vendors in order to establish a credit limit
• Prepare necessary documents to aide Assistant Controller in monthly financial processes
• Assist in annual audit by preparing assigned reports or providing documentation as directed by the Controller.
• Protects organization’s value by keeping information confidential

 Perform other related duties as required

• Assist with audits as needed
• Provide backup support

Arona Corporation offers a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes medical, vision, dental, life insurance, 401(K) with employer match, PTO, VTO, paid holidays and employee assistance program.

You can visit our web site for more information: https://www.bernaucapital.com

EEOC Statement: Arona Home Essentials is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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