JOIN OUR TEAM AT CK SNACKS

Accounting Specialist

Grand Rapids, MI | Onsite

1st Shift | Full-Time

BUILD YOUR CAREER WITH A GROWING FOOD MANUFACTURER

At CK Snacks, we make great snacks — but our people are what make our company successful.

We are a growing snack food manufacturer with operations in Grand Rapids, Michigan; South Beloit, Illinois; and Easton, Pennsylvania. We are looking for dependable, motivated people who want more than just their next job. We want team members who are ready to learn, contribute, grow, and build a career with us.

We are currently looking for an Accounting Specialist to join our accounting team in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

As an Accounting Specialist, you will play a critical role in supporting the accounting operations of our expanding business, including accounts payable for multiple facilities and accounts receivable for one location.

This role is responsible for keeping financial transactions accurate, payments and invoicing on track, records organized, and the finance team supported across multiple facilities.

In this role, you will:

1. Manage Accounts Payable

• Manage and process vendor invoices for multiple facilities using various ERP systems.

• Verify invoice accuracy, match purchase orders, ensure proper coding, and route invoices for approval.

• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.

• Maintain vendor relationships and help ensure timely, accurate payments.

• Prepare and process weekly check runs, ACH, and wire payments.

• Assist with month-end close by ensuring AP transactions are recorded accurately.

Translation: Keep vendor invoices, approvals, and payments accurate and moving.

2. Support Accounts Receivable

• Generate and send customer invoices for one facility.

• Record customer payments accurately and on time.

• Report customer accounts receivable balances to leadership on a routine basis.

• Monitor overdue balances and follow up with customers to resolve outstanding invoices.

• Collaborate with internal teams to address billing or payment discrepancies.

• Prepare AR aging reports and assist with cash flow forecasting.

Translation: Make sure customer billing, payments, and follow-up stay on track.

3. Maintain Accurate Financial Records

• Maintain accurate and organized financial records.

• Code invoices to the appropriate general ledger expense accounts.

• Ensure transactions and supporting documentation are complete and accurate.

• Work comfortably across multiple accounting and ERP systems.

Translation: Keep the details organized so the numbers can be trusted.

4. Support Compliance, Audits & Month-End

• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards.

• Assist with audits by providing requested documentation.

• Support month-end accounting activities as needed.

• Help maintain documentation that supports accurate financial reporting.

Translation: Help the finance team stay accurate, compliant, and audit-ready.

5. Help Improve Finance Processes

• Contribute to process improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency and accuracy.

• Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows and organization.

• Support other finance team members as needed.

Translation: Help the accounting team work smarter as the company grows.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

You may be a great fit for our team if you:

• Have a degree in Accounting or a related field, or equivalent work experience in accounts receivable and/or accounts payable.

• Are proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook, and are comfortable using multiple systems.

• Have experience with EDI invoicing (a plus).

• Have strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Communicate effectively and work well with others.

• Can manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Can successfully perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

WHY CK SNACKS?

A JOB SHOULD BE MORE THAN A PAYCHECK.

We want our employees to have an opportunity to build something here — skills, relationships, financial stability, and a career.

We offer:

Competitive Pay

Competitive wages with opportunities for growth and advancement.

Health & Wellness Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and other benefit options designed to support employees and their families starting on day one.

401(k) Retirement Savings

Build toward your future with our company-sponsored retirement program. Company match of 100% of the first 3% and 50% of the next 2%.

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Because life outside of work matters, too.

Career Growth

We believe in developing talent and creating opportunities for employees to grow within the organization.

A Growing Company

Join an organization that continues to invest in its people, facilities, equipment, capabilities, and future.

THE DETAILS

Position: Accounting Specialist

Location: Grand Rapids, MI – Onsite

Department: Accounting / Finance

Shift: 1st Shift

Employment Type: Full-Time

READY FOR YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY?

If you’re looking for a company where you can contribute, grow, and be part of a team that is building for the future, we’d like to meet you.

Apply today to join the CK Snacks team at www.cksnacks.com/careers/

MAKE GREAT SNACKS. BUILD A GREAT CAREER.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CK Snacks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

CK Snacks provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process.