Accounting Coordinator Job at Performance Food Group (New) in Portland

Company Description

Vistar customers are everywhere people work, play, and shop. Vistar is America's leading candy, snack, and beverage distributor with more than 25 distribution centers delivering everything from popcorn to healthy meal replacements anywhere in the U.S. The company has thrived by innovating, exceeding customer expectations, and fostering a collaborative culture built on teamwork, doing what's right, and giving back to the communities they serve.

Job Description

This is an on site position!

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7am-3:30pm

Responsibilities

• Process and reconcile accounts payable (A/P) and accounts receivable (A/R) transactions.
• Identify issues and resolve problems within these functions. This may include vendor disputes, customer credit requests (RFAs), or other financially impactful activities.
• Maintain positive and professional relationships with vendors and customers, serving as a key point of contact for resolving inquiries and ensuring timely communication.
• Create, interpret, and distribute reports related to assigned functions to support decision-making and maintain accuracy.
• Support audits by gathering documentation and ensuring proper recordkeeping.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures, and internal controls.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including finance, customer service, purchasing, operations, and Corporate Vistar.
• Provide support or backup for administrative functions as needed.
• May be required to assist with similar responsibilities for other OpCo's as needed.
• Assist with the preparation of journal entries, financial analytics, and reporting for various levels of the organization as needed.
• Perform additional duties or special projects as required by management.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience
• 2 years of relevant experience in accounting, accounting admin support or related area
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word and Excel

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Finance
• 2-4 years of experience in Financial Accounting or Operations
• Experience in a food distribution environment

EEO Statement

Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please review the EEO Policy, the EEO is the Law poster and supplement, and the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.