Staff Accountant - La Plata, MD

Company: Wills Group
Location: Temple Hills
Posted on: March 20, 2023

Job Description:

Fuels Staff Accountant
The Wills Group, 102 Centennial St, La Plata, Maryland, United States of America Req
Monday, February 20, 2023
Job Purpose and Function

The Fuels Staff Accountant will provide integral support to the Accounting Department as a key member of the Fuels Accounting Team. This role will be responsible for ensuring the quality and timeliness of data that supports Financial Statement preparation and Balance Sheet integrity.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Assist the Fuels Marketing Accounting Manager in the verification of accuracy in monthly operation statement preparation for SMO
• Reconcile, review, and verify accuracy of monthly balance sheet accounts relating to wholesale accounts as defined by the Fuels Marketing Accounting Manager
• Perform general ledger account reconciliations including cash, accounts receivable, accounts payable, fuel inventories, and others as needed
• Reconcile fuel bills of lading with supplier, terminal, and product information
• Produce dealer customer invoices that reconcile to fuel manifests and verify charges are appropriately captured and classified
• Collaborate with Fuels Marketing Accounting Manager on Fuels Accounting process improvements What We're Looking For
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field, a minimum of 3 years of general ledger and additional accounting experience will be considered in the absence of an undergraduate degree.
    • Minimum of 3 years of progressive broad-based accounting experience in a private, corporate environment
    • Experience with large scale ERP System(s)
    • Experience with Account Reconciliation work An ideal candidate will also have:
      • Broad-based accounting experience in a retail environment
      • PDI experience Key Competencies
        • Proven ability to deliver results and meet customer expectations
        • Enjoys working with and supporting others
        • Ability to adapt and respond to change
        • Analysis proficiency and aptitude to drive business solutions and decisions
        • Applies expertise and stays current on industry best practices, trends, and technology
        • Strong time management & sense of urgency to meet deadlines
        • Excellent communication skills Why You Should Join Wills Group
          
          We are a $1.5 billion company headquartered in La Plata, Maryland (an easy 45-minute reverse commute from DC) with nearly 300 retail locations across the Mid-Atlantic region, including Dash In, Splash In ECO Car Wash, and SMO Motor Fuels. A family-owned company since 1926, our passion areas are in convenience retailing, fuels marketing, and commercial real estate and we pride ourselves on keeping our customers', employees' and communities' Lives in Motion.
          
          Our Wills Group employees come to work for more than just a paycheck, but rather they come to learn, make contributions, make an impact, and feel valued as a part of our family-friendly culture. We have a work-hard, play-hard mentality that makes us a progressive company and we thrive on giving back to our community. That is what is core to our DNA.
          
          Benefits and Perks
          
          Are you interested in joining a certified Great Place to Work that invests in your development, future, and well-being? Are you looking for more than the "daily grind" where your day-to-day work makes an impact not only for the organization but for your community and your future? Then The Wills Group is the right fit for you.
          
          We take pride in investing in our people's well-being, that's why we back our words with competitive total rewards packages.
          • Financial Wellbeing -Employer 401 (k) match (currently at 7%), health savings plan, and financial planning
          • Physical Wellbeing - comprehensive health, vision, and dental plans that meet the needs of our people
          • Paid Time Off - Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Community Engagement, Parental Leave for new Moms and Dads
          • Work/Life Balance - Hybrid and Flexible work environment, Employee Assistance Program, Travel Assistance, Family Life Planning
          • Education and Development Opportunities - 100% Tuition reimbursement to support our people's education goals, robust development programs, and certificate program assistance (up to 100% employer-paid)
          • Competitive Salary - competitive pay matched to DC Metro area
            
            Wills Group is an equal opportunity employer. Wills Group does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
            
            
            
            Wills Group is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.
            
            Wills Group strives to maintain a COVID-free workplace. While being vaccinated is not a requirement, we offer a $150 COVID vaccination incentive payout in the paycheck following submission of proof of vaccination. Further details and instructions will be provided during onboarding.
            
            Other details
            • Job Family Finance & Accounting
            • Pay Type Salary
            • Min Hiring Rate $67,200.00
            • Max Hiring Rate $84,000.00
            • Travel Required No
            • Required Education High School

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