Accounting Assistant

About Samuels Seafood Co. Samuels Seafood Co. is a family-owned seafood company rooted in tradition, quality, and community. For generations, we’ve been dedicated to providing the freshest seafood and exceptional service to chefs, retailers, and seafood lovers alike. Our values—trust, quality, and genuine connection—guide everything we do, from dock to delivery.

In addition to Samuels’ robust wholesale division, we operate two Philadelphia-area retail seafood stores—Ippolito’s Seafood and Giuseppe’s Market. We are also home to a growing portfolio of private-label and specialty brands. The accounting team at Samuels Seafood Co. is currently seeking an Accounting Assistant to join their growing department, working a Tuesday through Saturday schedule.

Position Overview

The Accounting Assistant’s primary role is to support the Accounting Department in the areas of both Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable, to ensure accurate recording of customer billing/credits/adjustments, cash receipts, and vendor invoices/payments.

Key Responsibilities

Provide accounting and clerical support to the Accounting Department Process documentation provided by drivers in their daily driver bags Record and track freight related expenses Process return credits and price adjustments Process bills of lading Enter cash receipts Collect, file, and track vendor documents Various special projects as requested by management Qualifications A minimum of 1-2 years of experience in an accounting or a similar role Strong communication skills, including both verbal and written communication Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects at a time Ability to work with all levels of employees Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment Working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and Teams What We Offer A supportive, family-oriented workplace with deep roots and strong values.

Opportunities to bring your creative ideas to life and make a direct impact on brand visibility and growth. Competitive pay. Employee discounts on Samuels Seafood Co. products.