Retail Options · 22 hours ago
Sr. Accountant
Retail Options is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to support their accounting operations in a fast-paced retail grocery environment. The role involves overseeing financial reporting, month-end close, account reconciliations, and compliance efforts, while also supervising junior staff and improving financial processes.
Responsibilities
Lead the month-end and year-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting
Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow reports
Perform and review account reconciliations (bank, inventory, intercompany, accruals, prepaid, etc.)
Oversee inventory accounting, including cost of goods sold (COGS), shrink, waste, and physical inventory adjustments
Analyze and report on store-level performance, highlighting key trends and variances
Manage and review journal entries, ensuring proper classification and compliance with GAAP
Support budgeting and forecasting activities in collaboration with FP&A and operations teams
Review and ensure accuracy of sales tax filings and compliance with local/state regulations
Assist with internal and external audits, including preparation of audit schedules and responding to auditor requests
Implement and improve internal controls and financial processes
Supervise and mentor junior accounting staff as needed
Assist with system implementations or upgrades (e.g., POS, ERP)
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Minimum of 4–6 years of accounting experience
Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal control principles
Strong AP experience
Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, modeling)
Experience with ERP/accounting systems (e.g., NetSuite, QuickBooks Enterprise)
Familiarity with retail POS systems and inventory platforms
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Ability to communicate effectively across teams and departments
Preferred
CPA or progress toward CPA
Bilingual (English/Spanish)