Staff Accountant

Description

TerraCycle’s mission is to Eliminate the idea of Waste®. 

Headquartered in Trenton, N.J. and operating in over 20 countries across the Americas, Europe and Asia Pacific, TerraCycle is a global innovator in green business. It partners with many of the world’s largest consumer product companies and retailers to create collection and recycling solutions for hundreds of traditionally non-recyclable waste streams. By working with companies, retailers, governments and consumers, TerraCycle is able to collect and solve for just about every waste stream, from snack wrappers and contact lenses to ocean plastics and cigarette butts, all waste streams that otherwise end up in landfills, oceans, or incinerators. TerraCycle has received hundreds of awards globally, and has been highlighted in some of the world’s most recognized media outlets, including CNN, Wall St. Journal, Reuters.com New York Times, Forbes and thousands of others. 

In May 2019, TerraCycle launched its newest initiative, Loop, a global circular shopping system that enables brands, retailers and consumers to transition from single-use disposable materials to reusable, durable packaging, washed by Loop and refilled by the brands. Loop has engaged many of the world's largest consumer product companies (including P&G, Nestlé, Unilever, PepsiCo, Coca-Cola, and Mondelez) and many of the world’s largest retailers in this platform. Loop is currently available in the US, Canada, UK, France and Japan with plans to expand into several new markets including Australia.

Job Overview

TerraCycle is looking for a Staff Accountant to join our growing business. This position would be responsible for various monthly, quarterly, and annually accounting requirements across multiple business segments within the organization. The right candidate will have the ability to create reports, take on specific projects, and assist with developing procedures, all of which would benefit the long-term growth of this role and the company.

Primary Responsibilities  

· Review general ledger accounts for proper coding in accordance to GAAP

· Monthly balance sheet reconciliations, including Fixed Assets, Inventory, Prepaids, Accruals and bank reconciliations.

· Prepare intercompany transactions between domestic and foreign business segments

· Process foreign currency transactions with understanding of impact of currency translations

· Create and maintain customer and vendor records within SAP B1

· Process accounts payable transactions including utilizing automated accounts payable invoicing, reviewing general ledger  accuracy, and processing vendor payments

· Assist with customer invoice creation and submission 

· Develop, review, and reconcile reports with various departments to validate accounting data

· Assist with annual financial audits and tax returns to ensure timely filings

· Work with various departments to ensure the accounting policies of the business are followed

· Create routine operational and ad hoc reports as required

· Assist in new project development designed to streamline processes and create efficiencies 

· Additional requests as assigned by management

Requirements

· 2-5 years of experience in accounting or related field

· Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance required

· Strong Excel skills

· Working knowledge of general ledger software, SAP Business One a plus

· Microsoft Office proficient

· Solid analytical, mathematical, and research skills

· Great interpersonal skills

· Ability to work with offices in different geographic regions

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

· Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills

· The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume work environment with changing priorities 

· A problem solver capable of thinking outside the box 

Compensation

· Salaried position

· Generous paid time off

· Health insurance (with subsidized medical plan)

· 401(k) with company match

Job description is not all inclusive. TerraCycle reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. TerraCycle is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive