Accountant

We are hiring a Staff Accountant to support daily accounting operations and administrative accounting functions. This role works closely with the Assistant Controller and Accounting team on vendor receivables, Rebate Manager administration, month-end close activities, and physical inventory audits across store locations. This is a fully in-office position; remote or hybrid work is not available. Must be able to travel and drive to store sites as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Rebate Manager administration, including vendor rebate programs, promotional allowances, trade incentives, invoicing, and accounts receivable reconciliations
• Monitor vendor receivables and assist with accruals; follow up on outstanding balances
• Prepare routine journal entries and account reconciliations, including inventory, COGS, accruals, depreciation, insurance, property taxes, year end and month end entries.
• Assist with month-end close and preparation of supporting schedules and workpapers
• Participate in scheduled and surprise physical inventory audits; reconcile counts to POS and inventory systems
• Assist in researching inventory variances, shrinkage, and discrepancies and work with store teams on resolution
• Process store coupons and gift cards and prepare related accounting entries and reconciliations
• Maintain documentation to support audits and internal controls
• Provide backup support for company property insurance processing

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Accounting required
• Preferred: 3-4 years of business office, corporate accounting, or related accounting experience
• Intermediate understanding of general ledger, journal entries, AR/AP, inventory, and financial statements
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, reconciliations) and accounting software
• Strong attention to detail with good organizational and communication skills
• Must be able to drive to store sites and travel as required
• Prior experience in a professional business office setting is strongly preferred 

Forward Corporation is a fifth-generation family-owned Michigan company that has been in business for 100 years. Known primarily for various Shell and Marathon Convenience Stores, Forward’s brand portfolio includes many Subway Restaurants, a Super 8 Motel, the Lumber Jack Lodge Hotel, and the Lumber Jack Restaurant in West Branch. Forward Corp. also owns and operates Forward Energy (propane and fuel oil), Ideal Party Stores, and T.R. McTaggart (custom screen print and embroidery). Forward Corp. is headquartered in Standish, MI, and proudly employs over 750 Michigan residents across the state.

Joining our team as an Accountant offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. If you possess the required qualifications and skills, we invite you to apply today!