Job Description

Staff Accountant

Department: Accounting 500002

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Sterling Heights

Reporting To: Patrick Clancy

A Taste of Who We Are:

Backed by a tireless commitment to high quality, innovative culinary offerings and unparalleled client and guest services, Continental consistently ranks among the top contract dining and refreshment providers in the nation according to Food Management Magazine, the industry’s source for food service news and trends.

Our Mission Delight our guest. Every meal. Every day.

Our Core Values

Exceptional – We recruit and retain phenomenal people who consistently go the extra mile to deliver results that lead the industry.

Hospitality – We are tirelessly committed to providing the highest quality food, beverages, and service by anticipating our guests' needs so they can count on memorable experiences every time.

Collaboration – We prioritize working together with a shared vision and effective & transparent communication, we unite as one team to achieve remarkable experiences.

Responsibility – we hold ourselves accountable to be there for our team and clients, to deliver what we say we will, when we say we will and check in on progress along the way.

Innovation – We are forward-thinkers always looking for new processes, technologies, and techniques to increase efficiencies and scalability to improve our services.

The Experience You’ll Create:

Continental Services is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our team. In this role, you’ll be responsible for regularly reconciling bank transactions, collaborating with team members, and ensuring the accuracy of financial records across our corporate general ledger. Ideally, you are detail-oriented, motivated to learn and embrace opportunities for growth while supporting daily tasks and special projects.

• Assist with the month-end close process
• Support monthly and year-end financial close, including assigned journal entries, accruals, and balance sheet account reconciliations
• Perform daily bank reconciliations
• Generate ad hoc reports using accounting software as requested
• Contribute to special projects and process improvements initiatives
• Respond to information requests and assist with internal and external audits
• Collaborate with team members inside and outside the department

Ingredients for Thriving:

• Minimum of 1 - 2 years of relevant accounting experience, which could include internships or more junior accounting roles.
• Proficiency with accounting software and strong excel skills
• Strong analytical, mathematical and organizational skills with a focus on details
• Demonstrates a strong drive and ambition to achieve results.
• Motivated to learn new processes, adapt to change and readily accepts coaching and feedback to support both professional development and organizational goals.

Location(s) & Logistics:

• Full time role in our Sterling Heights office, potential for a day a week remote after onboarding is successfully completed.

Savor the Benefits:

We offer a range of benefits for eligibles team members, including:

• Health Coverage – Medical, Dental and Vision
• Voluntary Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness
• 401(k)
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Wellness Programs
• Additional Perks

To see a summary of current benefits, please visit https://www.continentalserves.com/work-at-continental/#benefits