Accounting Associate-Wausau, WI

Accounting Assistant The Accounting Assistant provides essential financial, operational, and reconciliation support for the OCS (Office Coffee Service) and Vending business units. This role plays a critical part in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting daily operations, and ensuring the integrity of warehouse, billing, and inventory processes. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, technologically savvy, and comfortable collaborating with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment. Financial & Inventory Reconciliation Perform detailed warehouse reconciliations to ensure inventory accuracy across OCS and Vending operations. Review, validate, and maintain financial records to support accurate and timely reporting. Investigate cash shortages/overages, warehouse discrepancies, and other variances; partner with operations to resolve root causes. Accounts Payable & Receivable Support Create customer orders, process and issue invoices, and provide AR support including payment tracking and follow-up. Assist with AP functions as needed, ensuring transactions are properly recorded and documented. Pricing & Product Maintenance Execute product pricing updates for OCS and Vending categories, ensuring system accuracy and alignment with company standards. Operational Troubleshooting & Support Troubleshoot vending machines equipped with credit card readers; coordinate installation, removal, and service requests with field teams. Collaborate daily with warehouse staff, route drivers, and field operations to resolve issues related to billing, cash handling, inventory, and equipment. Administrative & Compliance Support Complete data entry tasks, maintain documentation, and support audit activities. Safeguard sensitive financial information and adhere to all internal controls, policies, and procedures. Qualifications Education: Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered. Experience: 13 years of accounting, AP/AR, reconciliation, or operational support experience preferred. Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (basic formulas, pivot tables, VLOOKUP). Comfort working with vending technology, credit card readers, and basic equipment troubleshooting. Soft Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively partner with field and warehouse teams. Excellent organization, accuracy, and attention to detail. Ability to analyze data, solve problems, and work independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Associates at Canteen are offered many fantastic benefits. Full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates: Retirement Plan, Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Programs, Discount Marketplace, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program. Full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs). Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information. Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Canteen maintains a drug-free workplace. Req ID: 1502007 Canteen

Created: 2026-03-04