Job Description

Job Description

Company Name: Kroger
Position Type: Employee
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Position Summary:

Provide accurate, efficient and timely accounting information to manufacturing divisions, retail divisions and Peyton divisions. Coordinate the daily workflow of the Freight Payables department. Role model and demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety of others.

Essential Job Functions:

* Coordinate daily work of department to process freight vendor payments in a timely manner.
* Provide answers and assistance to associates in the processing of freight invoices.
* Provide timely and accurate information to internal customers on freight liability and payments.
* Review and analyze all freight payments versus freight estimates in excess of 20% and correct estimates
* Research freight issues and provide resolution to internal customers
* Responsible for funding account for third party processor payment on a weekly basis.
* Allocate third party processor charges to the correct departments.
* Input regional freight entries
* Monitor all exceptions from third party processor and correct on a timely basis.
* Assist with approval of Journal entries, Vendor Setups, Local Checks and payment exceptions.
* Review and maintain department coverage daily.
* Assist manager with audit requests from internal and external auditors.
* Prepare account reconciliation and documentation in accordance with accounting policies.
* Assist associates with preparation of account reconciliation and documentation.
* Participate in new hire interviews with the manager.
* Train associates on new and existing department procedures.
* Train new associates on daily job responsibilities.
* Complete special projects when assigned.
* Look for areas to improve processes.
* Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Minimum Position/Education Qualifications:

* Business Objects, Microsoft Word and Excel Skills experience
* Broad knowledge of accounting best practices and the Kroger Accounting System
* Detail oriented and accurate on a consistent basis
* Candidate must have strong verbal and written communication skills
* Self-starting team motivator with a positive attitude
* Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
* Organized and able to prioritize in order to meet deadlines
* Possess strong leadership skills
* Proven problem solving skill
* Strong communication skills and professionalism
* Strong planning, organization, problem solving and troubleshooting skills
* Demonstrated sound business judgment and the ability to work successfully with all levels of associates, backgrounds, and perspectives
* Proven ability to maintain confidentiality of files, conversations and documents

Desired Previous Job Experience:

Education Level: None
Required Travel: None
Required Certifications/Licenses: None
Position Type: Full-Time
Regions: South

States: Tennessee
Keywords:

Jobs at Kroger Regional Accounting Center (RASC) - Located in Nashville, Tennessee, RASC was formed to provide accounting support to the Kroger family of stores. Our mission is to provide accurate, timely and efficient accounting services to each Division that we serve. We offer competitive wages and benefits as well as career advancement opportunities nationwide. If you are an Accounting professional with a passion for people and a passion for results, please apply online today.

Company Overview: Kroger Family of Companies employs nearly half a million associates who serve over 11 million customers daily through a seamless shopping experience under a variety of banner names. At The Kroger Co., we are Fresh for Everyone and dedicated to our Purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. We are committed to creating ZeroHungerZeroWaste communities by 2025. Careers with The Kroger Co. and our family of companies offer competitive wages, flexible schedules, benefits and room for advancement.

|| Full-Time|| Non-Exempt || Employee || Accounting || None || Kroger || 37214 || 2620 Elm Hill Pike || Nashville || TNPosting Notes: