Accounting Associate - Venice Brands

Job Description: We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounting Associate to join our Finance & Accounting team. This role is essential to the daily accounting operations and supports our growth across multiple companies. The ideal candidate will take ownership of key accounting processes including accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and customer order entry, while also partnering cross-functionally to drive financial clarity and operational efficiency. Responsibilities Accounts Payable (AP) Manage bill entry and vendor invoice processing with accuracy and timeliness. Ensure proper coding, approval workflows, and adherence to company policies. Maintain AP aging and support timely vendor payments. Accounts Receivable (AR) Generate and send customer invoices based on sales and order activity. Follow up with customers to ensure timely collections and maintain AR aging schedules. Collaborate with Sales and Operations teams to resolve billing or payment issues. Bank Reconciliations & Reporting Perform weekly bank account reconciliations to ensure accurate cash reporting. Track and report on weekly financial KPIs related to AP, AR, cash flow, and order volume. Order Management & QuickBooks Enter customer orders into QuickBooks and ensure they are reflected accurately across systems. Assist with inventory or cost tracking as needed within QuickBooks. Cross-Functional Collaboration Support Sales, Operations, and Marketing teams with ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting. Provide insights and financial data to help guide business decisions. Other Responsibilities Assist with month-end close processes and journal entries as needed. Identify and recommend process improvements in finance workflows. Support internal and external audit requests. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. Basic understanding of GAAP and financial reporting principles. 2+ years of accounting experience, ideally within CPG, food & beverage, or restaurant sectors. Knowledge of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Quickbooks (both online and desktop) Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Comfortable working cross‑functionally and independently in a fast-paced environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Venice Brands, LLC