JUNIOR ACCOUNTANT
Position Title: JUNIOR ACCOUNTANT
Pay Grade: Pay Grade 6
Growth. Opportunity. Excellence.
Canteen brings break time to everyone. We combine food, service, and experience backed by industry-leading technology to help companies create a better workplace and connect their employees. Canteen’s solutions include markets, office coffee and snacks, unattended retail, and culinary.
Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Their dedication, collaboration, and passion fuel our growth. Interested in joining our team? You bring the enthusiasm, customer service, and commitment; we’ll supply the opportunity and innovation. Together, we’ll continue to transform our industry.
Come grow with us. We are Canteen.
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Job Summary
Reports to and work directly with the Accounting Manager. This role supports core accounting functions that drive financial accuracy, operational excellence, and client satisfaction. As part of a growing team, this position offers the opportunity to expand your skills, contribute to process improvements, and play a key role in supporting Canteen’s continued growth and innovation.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Prepares and maintains financial and business transactions with accuracy and consistency.
- Prepares and maintains client and financial account reconciliations, ensuring timely resolution of discrepancies.
- Assists with reporting to support month‑end accounting close entries; prepares various account reconciliations to support financial accuracy.
- Assists with cash position analysis, check payments, deposits, purchases, expenses, and trial balances.
- Compiles and reviews program revenue reporting and analysis for client programs, identifying trends and opportunities for improvement.
- Supports the Accounts Payable function, including check runs, reviewing entries, and maintaining vendor accuracy.
- Develops and runs queries using Microsoft Access and Excel to support data analysis and reporting needs.
- Analyzes program financial information to support business decisions and operational excellence.
- Serves as a point of contact for finance‑related questions, providing clear communication and strong customer service.
- Prepare additional accounting‑related reports as needed to support leadership and operational teams.
- Performs other duties as assigned to support the department’s growth and evolving needs.
Qualifications
- Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
- 2–3 years of experience in accounting, accounts payable/receivable, reconciliation, or operational support preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and VLOOKUP; familiarity with Access or other database tools is a plus.
- Comfort working with vending technology, credit card readers, and basic equipment troubleshooting.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, with a commitment to accuracy and accountability.
Apply to Canteen today!
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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Canteen maintains a drug-free workplace.
Associates at Canteen are offered many fantastic benefits.
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance/ AD
- Disability Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Personal Leave
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
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Req ID: 1511161
Canteen
Lisa Cornwall
Nearest Major Market: Allentown
Job Segment:
Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Accounting, Chef, Culinary, Finance, Hospitality
