Accounting Assistant

The Kroger Co. (NYSE:KR) is one of the world's largest grocery retailers, with fiscal 2015 sales of $109.8 billion. The Kroger Co. Family of Stores spans many states with store formats that include grocery and multi-department stores, discount, convenience stores and jewelry stores. We operate under nearly two dozen banners, all of which share the same belief in building strong local ties and brand loyalty with our customers.

This position is responsible for applying payments to our customer, WIC, and/or manufacturing receivables as well as reconciling the relevant general ledger accounts for multiple Kroger divisions. Additionally, a high degree of professionalism will be required, as you will be working with Kroger customers. Role model and demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety of others.

- Application of customer payments to appropriate customer/WIC/MFG receivables - Research/Resolve unapplied cash entries. - Responsible for meeting established team goals. - Reconciliation of applicable general ledger accounts. - Research/Respond to customer/store/division inquiries. - Write-off approved uncollectible customer charges. - Period end processing for customer, WIC and/or MFG receivables - Coordinate work with and/or assist other teammates - Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

**Minimum Position Qualifications:** - Self-motivated and able to perform job responsibilities with a minimum of supervision. - Personal computer experience required. Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Excel. - Good written and verbal communication skills. Must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of management, store and division personnel and directly with customers. - Ability to work well with others. - Ability to work within deadlines. - Ability to recognize research and resolve various errors that may occur. - Physical ability to access all necessary files. **Desired Previous Job Experience/Qualifications:** * Knowledge of Mainframe a plus * Accounting experience and general knowledge of the accounts receivable reconciliation process.