Accountant

About Sysco

Sysco Corporation is a leading global foodservice distributor with over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of more than 13,000 vehicles. The company operates hundreds of distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations. Sysco is committed to operational excellence, innovation, and delivering high-quality service to its customers while fostering professional growth for its employees.

This role contributes to maintaining accurate financial reporting, ensuring compliance, and supporting the organization’s broader business and operational goals through effective accounting practices.

Role and Responsibilities

• Maintain fixed asset records in compliance with Sysco FAMM and support approval processes for new asset acquisitions
• Prepare journal entries and perform balance sheet reconciliations with accuracy and timeliness
• Assist with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) testing and compliance activities
• Support the development of the annual profit plan through financial analysis and reporting
• Compile and analyze financial statements including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements
• Ensure data accuracy and consistency across accounting records and reports
• Support audit processes and internal financial reviews

Required Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of GAAP principles
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong data entry and 10-key skills
• Experience preparing journal entries and account reconciliations
• Ability to compile and analyze financial reports

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SOX compliance and internal controls
• Familiarity with fixed asset accounting processes
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Exposure to large-scale financial operations within a global organization
• Collaborative and performance-driven work environment