Prepares journal entries, reconciles balance sheet accounts, supports month-end close and audits, maintains accounting controls, and improves processes. Partners with Store Operations, Loss Prevention, and Finance teams to resolve inventory issues, analyze accounts, and support financial reporting for retail businesses.
Staples is business to business. You’re what binds us together.
Our talented finance team partners with every area of the business to drive results and provide financial expertise. We are passionate about analyzing and interpreting information to assess performance and provide guidance. Our team serves as a true partner and advisor to all our business leaders; working with them to accelerate the company’s profitability and growth.
What you will be doing:
- Prepare journal entries and analyze accounts in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
- Partner with departments across the business to design and maintain robust accounting processes related to the balance sheet.
- Ensure sufficient controls and process improvements are in place, focusing on accuracy and efficiency through systemic and monitoring controls.
- Compile and post monthly journal entries, maintaining a two-day close, and conduct balance sheet reconciliations.
- Support internal and external audit requests and prepare/distribute USR Physical Inventory results.
- Collaborate with Store Operations, Loss Prevention, and Stores Finance teams to address inventory strategies and resolve related questions.
- Troubleshoot store tickets regarding on-hand inventory issues promptly to meet SLA requirements.
What You Bring to the Table:
- Passion for accuracy and process improvement within accounting operations.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to organize, multitask, and work collaboratively on cross-functional teams.
- Excellent communication skills to explain financial results and partner with business stakeholders.
- Motivation to identify new ways to streamline processes and implement effective controls.
- Commitment to supporting the month-end close and preparation of financial statements for the Retail and NAD businesses.
What’s needed: Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
- 2-4 years of accounting experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in a retail or multi-location environment is a plus.
- Demonstrated ability to support audits and collaborate across departments.
- Familiarity with inventory reconciliation and process improvement initiatives.
We Offer:
- Inclusive culture with associate-led Business Resource Groups
- Flexible PTO (22 days) and Holiday Schedule (7 observed paid holidays)
- Online and Retail Discounts, Company Match 401(k), Physical and Mental Health Wellness programs, and more!
The salary range represents the expected compensation for this role at the time of posting. The specific base pay may be influenced by a variety of factors to include the candidate's experience, skill set, education, business considerations, geography, and internal equity.
Staples Framingham, Massachusetts, USA Office
Framingham, MA, United States
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