Staff Accountant - Financial Reporting

Overview

When you join Suburban Propane, you become a part of a fast-paced and dynamic company that has been serving its employees and customers for 90 years.

Our Corporate headquarters in Whippany, NJ has a challenging career opportunity for a Staff Accountant - Financial Reporting. The Staff Accountant will champion various internal and external financial reporting requirements, including responsibilities related to fiscal month-end financial book close, facilitation with external audits of financial statements and related 10-Q/10-K filings, various SOX 404 process compliance efforts, quarterly XBRL reporting, support with regard to adoption of new accounting pronouncements and involvement in special projects. 

This position works under general direction/supervision of the Senior Manager - Financial Reporting.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the monthly, quarterly and annual financial book close, such as financial statement preparation, analysis and variance reporting;
• Assist in the preparation of periodic reports to the SEC (8-K, 10-Q, 10-K);
• Understand, maintain and update our XBRL reporting framework for SEC compliance;
• General Ledger account reconciliations – reconcile and analyze various asset and liability accounts;
• Assist in enterprise-wide ongoing compliance of Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act;
• Assist in business acquisitions and integrations;
• Evaluate new accounting pronouncements and ensure compliance; and,
• Participate in special projects as they arise
• Must utilize knowledge of GAAP, SEC requirements and analytical skills, as well as adhere to company procedures and guidelines, to perform most job functions.

Why join the Suburban Propane team? Because we care about the physical, mental, and financial wellbeing of our employees and provide them with competitive pay plus incentive potential and an outstanding benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, and vision (eligibility after just 30 days of employment)
• Paid time off that increases with tenure
• A 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
• A new employee training program and many opportunities for continued learning and career development
• Disability and life insurance
• Employee recognition program
• Generous tuition assistance program
• Propane discounts, and more!

 For eligibility and a full list of our benefit offerings please visit: https://jobs.suburbanpropane.com/benefits/ .

Salary Range: $75,000 - $90,000 per year (dependent on experience)

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting required
• CPA or serious CPA candidate preferred but not required
• 1-3 years of experience in Big 4 public accounting or a combination of public/private experience
• Strong working knowledge of current GAAP and SEC reporting regulations
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Effective and efficient verbal and written communication skills
• Strong attention to details
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced cross-departmental environment
• SAP and XBRL experience a plus

As part of our pre-employment hiring process background checks and drug screens are performed.

Suburban Propane Partners, L.P. ("Suburban Propane") is a publicly traded master limited partnership listed on the New York Stock Exchange.  Headquartered in Whippany, New Jersey, Suburban Propane has been in the customer service business since 1928 and is a nationwide distributor of propane, renewable propane, renewable natural gas ("RNG"), fuel oil and related products and services, as well as a marketer of natural gas and electricity and producer of and investor in low carbon fuel alternatives, servicing the energy needs of approximately 1 million residential, commercial, governmental, industrial and agricultural customers through approximately 700 locations across 42 states.  Suburban Propane is supported by three core pillars: (1) Suburban Commitment – showcasing Suburban Propane's nearly 100-year legacy, and ongoing commitment to the highest standards for dependability, flexibility, and reliability that underscores Suburban Propane's commitment to excellence in customer service; (2) SuburbanCares – highlighting continued dedication to giving back to local communities across Suburban Propane's national footprint; and (3) Go Green with Suburban Propane – promoting the clean burning and versatile nature of propane and renewable propane as a bridge to a green energy future and investing in the next generation of innovative, renewable energy alternatives.  For additional information on Suburban Propane, please visit www.suburbanpropane.com.

It’s an amazing time to become a part of our team as we expand our national footprint and make strides toward a sustainable, clean energy future!

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

As part of our pre-employment hiring process, background checks and drug screens are performed.

For more information about our hiring process, please visit: https://jobs.suburbanpropane.com/our-hiring-process/

At Suburban Propane, we know that our strength comes from our diverse and inclusive team of employees who make a difference in the communities we serve across the country every day. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all applicants for employment without regard to an individual’s age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, color, creed, religion, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, marital status, familial status, physical or mental disability, handicap, military or veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other category protected under federal, state or local law, regulation, or ordinance.

In line with these values, Suburban Propane considers all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable laws. The Company welcomes such applicants in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Philadelphia applicants can review information pertaining to Philadelphia’s Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance here: https://www.phila.gov/documents/fair-chance-hiring-law-poster