Accounting Associate

The Company

Founded by Joseph Boghos, Joseph's Bakery started manufacturing Pita bread in a small local bakery in Lowell, Massachusetts in 1972. Driven by the growing demand for its fresh, delicious Pita, and by a dedication to quality and service, Joseph's built a foundation for continuing growth throughout New England and beyond.

Today, Joseph's is still a family-run company, now led by the third generation of the Boghos family. Joseph's is nationally known for its delicious baked goods, including Pita Bread, Lavash, Flatbread, Wraps and Tortillas as well as Pizza Dough and Pancakes.

Joseph's Bakery is seeking an Accounting Associate to join its growing Finance Team to assist in the day-to-day Accounting and Finance operations. The ideal candidate will have a foundational knowledge of accounting principles, strong analytical skills, keen attention to detail, and be comfortable operating within a dynamic and fast-paced environment. The Accounting Associate will report to the Accounts Payable Supervisor, although the duties may not be limited to strictly AP.

• Process and record invoices, including General Ledger coding and classification
• Assist in handling company expense reports, including verification of adherence to Company policies and procedures
• Perform account reconciliations
• Assist in the preparation and distribution of Department and Company reporting
• Record journal entries, including compilation and reconciliation of supporting documentation
• Manage the Company's Accounts Payable email communications, including invoice distribution and approvals, responding to vendor inquiries, etc.
• Enter and update Department data and files in a timely manner
• Compile and manage inventory paperwork, organize materials, and review inventory-related data entry for accuracy and completeness
• Maintain organized digital and physical filing systems to ensure proper records retention
• Assist the department with monthly-close related tasks, reporting, and analysis
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and support implementation of AP best practices
• Other duties as assigned

• Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
• Previous accounting or related experience preferred
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and practices
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite - Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, etc.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong communications skills, both written and verbal (bilingual in Spanish is a plus)

Joseph's Bakery is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Joseph's also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA.