Staff Accountant at Carlson Distributing Inc – West Valley, Utah

Carlson Distributing is the largest beer distributor and the largest import/specialty beer distributor in Utah. For over 50 years, we’ve proudly served more than 1,600 retail customers throughout the greater Salt Lake City metropolitan area. As a family‑owned business, we operate with core values of perseverance, respect, integrity, appreciation, support, and energizing.

Our teams span sales, delivery, merchandising, warehousing, and accounting—working together to support exceptional service and operational excellence. We’re growing and excited to welcome a Staff Accountant who embodies our values and thrives in a collaborative environment.

We are seeking a detail‑oriented and motivated Staff Accountant to join our Accounting team. Reporting directly to the Corporate Controller, this role is responsible for account reconciliations, AP/AR support, journal entries, and contributing to month‑end and year‑end close processes. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys problem‑solving, continuous improvement, and teamwork.

• Present and recommend new processes to improve financial efficiency
• Research, analyze, and compile financial data
• Create and post journal entries as assigned
• Support monthly and yearly closing activities
• Assist Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable as needed
• Maintain accurate customer and vendor records
• Assist with monthly and annual audits
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes
• Perform additional duties as assigned

• Strong work ethic with a team‑first mindset
• Proven ability to meet deadlines with accuracy
• Leadership talent and a passion for process improvement
• Ability to collaborate across departments
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and time management
• Growth‑oriented mindset with a focus on continuous improvement
• Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• Strong analytical and technical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Self‑starter with the ability to work independently
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint)
• Ability to pass background check and drug screening

(No specific certificates, licenses, or registrations required.)

• Regular sitting, standing, walking, talking, hearing, and occasional driving
• Frequent use of hands for data entry and handling documents
• Occasional reaching for office equipment
• Visual requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral vision, and depth perception
• Ability to work through occasional stressful situations in a busy office/warehouse environment

• Primarily office‑based
• Occasional exposure to outside weather or traffic hazards
• Infrequent time in cold warehouse coolers
• May work near warehouse equipment such as forklifts or pallet jacks
• Moderate noise levels common to office and warehouse environments

We offer competitive compensation plus a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 10 days PTO (with increases based on tenure)
• 7 paid holidays
• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• HSA option available
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match
• Company‑paid Short‑Term Disability, Long‑Term Disability & Basic Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid time off & additional incentives
• Supportive, family‑oriented work culture

• Monday–Friday
• Day shift
• 8‑hour shifts
• Must be able to commute or relocate to West Valley City, UT 84128

Carlson Distributing is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.