Staff Accountant

Our company

Congo Brands is at the epicenter of where consumer demand meets product development. Through brand partnerships with lead influencers, we are afforded an inside look at what consumers truly desire. E-commerce becomes the laboratory for consumer feedback and serves as a data pool for future retail endeavors.

Congo Brands is a health and wellness brand that sells supplements, fitness snacks, hydration drinks, energy drinks, and many more through ecommerce and retail partnerships. Congo Brands houses some of the World's most noted brands including Alani Nu, Prime Hydration, Prime Energy, and 3D Energy only to include more within in the coming years. Congo Brands is on pace to become one of the World's most noted consumer product brand companies, with revenue growth increasing exponentially year over year. Congo Brand's goal is to be the go-to 'Better for You Brand' for everything from nutritional supplements, energy drinks, snacks and much more.

The role

Congo Brands is rapidly growing, and we are currently seeking a Staff Accountant to join our Accounting & Finance team. The individual will work with the Company's accounting staff to accomplish tasks and projects that are instrumental to the company's financial success. Our continued growth and industry expertise allow us to provide excellent opportunities for career development and advancement.

Key responsibilities

• Review and record invoices from vendors with accuracy.
• Monitor company accounts payable listings and prepare invoices for payment.
• Review and identify discrepancies based on vendor provided statements.
• Communicate with outside vendors and internal teams to request information and reconcile accounts.
• Confirm receipts, purchase orders and monthly completeness checks for inventory vendors.
• Answer accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data.
• Assist in month-end and year-end close procedures including reconciliation of balance sheet accounts and ensuring all transactions are recorded timely.

Requirements

• Strong Microsoft Office excel skills.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Ability to learn new software quickly.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or other business discipline.
• Ideal candidate would have 2-3 years of previous experience (including internships) in an accounting or related role. Open to recent graduates.
• The role requires the individual to work on-site in Louisville, Kentucky. Remote candidates will not be considered.

Benefits

Benefits & Perks:

• Competitive Salary
• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability, HSA / FSA / Dependent Care FSA
• 3 weeks PTO + 8 paid holidays
• 6 weeks paid parental leave
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Monthly cell phone stipend
• Free product
• AND MUCH MORE!

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