Accounting Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Cedar’s Mediterranean Foods is seeking an experienced Accounting Assistant to join our growing Finance team and support day-to-day accounting and financial operations within the Accounts Payable Department. The ideal candidate will have an Accounts Payable background, a strong understanding of accounting principles, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively. This role reports to the Controller and will support a variety of accounting functions.

About Cedar’s Mediterranean Foods

Cedar’s Mediterranean Foods is a leading, family-owned food manufacturer known for fresh, clean-label Mediterranean products enjoyed across the country. Rooted in tradition and fueled by innovation, we’re committed to quality, community, and continuous growth.

Key Responsibilities – Accounting Assistant

• Team Leadership: Support the AP team, delegate tasks and monitor distribution of workload.
• Invoice and Payment Oversight: Ensure invoices are properly reviewed, coded, approved, and entered; oversee weekly payments via check, ACH, and wire.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement enhancements to AP processes, controls, and system use.
• Compliance: Ensure all AP activities meet internal policies, GAAP, and tax/regulatory requirements.
• Reporting & Reconciliation: Oversee account and vendor reconciliations, support bank & credit card reconciliations and prepare reports as needed.
• Expense Management: Assist with the review and management of employee expense reports, ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Month-End & Year-End Close: Coordinate AP-related closing activities and assist with audit preparation, including 1099 reporting.
• Payroll Reporting: Assist with weekly payroll reporting and journal entries.

Skills & Qualifications – Accounting Assistant

• Detail-oriented and highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Clear, professional communication skills (verbal and written).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with Microsoft Dynamics NAV / BC14 and DocStar strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of payroll systems (ADP) and their integration with AP is a plus.
• In-depth understanding of AP operations and accounting principles.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Education & Experience – Accounting Assistant

• Associate’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 3–5 years of progressive accounting or AP experience.

Why join Cedar’s as Accounting Assistant?

• Work with a collaborative team in a people-first environment.
• Contribute to a growing, mission-driven company rooted in family values.
• Enjoy stability, respect, and the opportunity to shape and improve finance operations.

Be a part of the family and team!

Cedars Mediterranean Foods, Inc provides equal employment opportunities 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. Pre-employment screening is required for all positions. Cedars is an E-Verify Employer.

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance