Full-Time

Junior Accountant

Posted on 2/21/2025

Sysco

Sysco

Global foodservice distribution for businesses

Food & Agriculture

Compensation Overview

$24.71 - $37.07Hourly

Junior

No H1B Sponsorship

O‘ahu, Hawaii, USA

Category
Bookkeeping
Financial Accounting
Tax Accounting
Accounting
Required Skills
Excel/Numbers/Sheets

You match the following Sysco's candidate preferences

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) or equivalent
  • Associate's degree or current student working towards a 4-year degree preferred
  • At least 1 year of related accounting experience preferred
  • Possess a good working knowledge of Financial and Accounting Methods Manual (FAMM) and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
  • Good bookkeeping and math skills
  • Able to handle confidential information in a responsible manner
  • A demonstrated ability to plan and organize work activities
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent computer skills with an emphasis on Microsoft Excel
Responsibilities
  • Prepare journal entries in association with the monthly close process
  • Review and assist with reconciliations
  • Input weekly and monthly financial reporting data
  • Organize the annual tax package
  • Provide reports and financial analysis as requested
  • Responsible for all external reporting, including local and state tax reporting
  • File State Sales Tax Returns
  • Assist in preparation for audits
Desired Qualifications
  • Associate's degree or current student working towards a 4-year degree preferred
  • At least 1 year of related accounting experience preferred

Sysco Corporation specializes in foodservice distribution, primarily serving restaurants, healthcare facilities, and educational institutions. The company offers a variety of products, including food items and kitchen equipment, along with marketing and operational consulting services tailored to the needs of its clients. Sysco differentiates itself from competitors by providing comprehensive support, such as the "Restaurants Rising Toolkit" to help businesses adapt to changing dining trends. The goal of Sysco is to enhance the profitability and efficiency of its clients in the foodservice industry.

Company Size

N/A

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Houston, Texas

Founded

1970

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Sysco can capitalize on the demand for plant-based and alternative protein products.
  • The rise of ghost kitchens presents opportunities for specialized supply chain solutions.
  • AI integration in supply chain management can enhance Sysco's operational efficiency.

What critics are saying

  • Labor disputes, like the Teamsters strike, could disrupt Sysco's operations.
  • Challenges may arise if Square's technology doesn't integrate well with existing systems.
  • Reliance on emerging food brands like Happy Belly poses market performance risks.

What makes Sysco unique

  • Sysco offers a comprehensive range of products and services for diverse clientele.
  • The company provides marketing services to boost clients' online presence and customer attraction.
  • Sysco's 'Restaurants Rising Toolkit' helps restaurants adapt to new dining trends.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Professional Development Budget

Performance Bonus

Company News

Stockhouse
Jan 17th, 2025
Happy Belly Food Group secures national distribution with Sysco

Happy Belly Food Group (CSE:HBFG), a stock providing exposure to emerging food brands, has signed a national distribution agreement with Sysco (NYSE:SYY), a global leader in food product distribution that generated US$78 billion in sales in fiscal 2024.

MarketBeat
Jan 16th, 2025
Rockland Trust Co. Invests $364,000 in Sysco Co. (NYSE:SYY)

Rockland Trust Co. invests $364,000 in Sysco Co. (NYSE:SYY).

Dallas Express
Jan 15th, 2025
Teamsters Strike At Sysco Looms In Houston

The message accused Sysco, a global food service distribution company, of violating federal law, adding that workers were left with no choice but to "walk off the job" starting on Friday, January 17.

MarketBeat
Jan 13th, 2025
Miracle Mile Advisors LLC Invests $6.14 Million in Sysco Co. (NYSE:SYY)

Miracle Mile Advisors LLC invests $6.14 million in Sysco Co. (NYSE:SYY).

MarketBeat
Jan 8th, 2025
International Assets Investment Management LLC Invests $9.50 Million in Sysco Co. (NYSE:SYY)

International Assets Investment Management LLC invests $9.50 million in Sysco Co. (NYSE:SYY).