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Ollie's Bargain Outlet, Inc. · 3 days ago

Staff Accountant

Harrisburg, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

Ollie's Bargain Outlet, Inc. is seeking an experienced Staff Accountant to support their accounting department. The role involves maintaining the general ledger, conducting variance analysis, and managing the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, while ensuring compliance with GAAP.

ConsumerFood and BeverageRetail

Responsibilities

Prepare personal property and mercantile tax returns for entire company including timely payment of amounts due

Calculate and file sales and use tax returns in all regions where there is nexus

Assist with gathering documentation for sales/use tax audits

Coordinate with state auditors for personal property tax audits

Participate in the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, including collaboration and coordination amongst multiple stakeholders

Prepare general ledger entries by maintaining records, files and account reconciliations

Review general ledger for input accuracy and verification of accounts

Responsible for the preparation of consolidated financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)

Responsible for the analysis of financial data by summarizing and interpreting data

Develop and maintain internal controls and related documentation

Prepare various management reporting including variance analysis and sales dashboard

Assist in providing documentation for internal and external auditors, as needed

Collaborate with the Executive team to ensure proper allocation of financial data and accounting

Complete any additional responsibilities and/or duties as assigned

Qualification

Accounting degreeSales/use tax knowledgeUS GAAPExcel skillsGeneral Ledger systemOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsAdaptability

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field, with 1-3 years of prior experience, preferably in a retail environment

Strong understanding of sales/use tax, accounting theory and US GAAP

Strong Excel skills and the ability to efficiently manage large data sets (VLOOKUP, Sum-Ifs, Pivot tables, etc.)

Familiarity with large General Ledger system

Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to multi-task

Ability to adapt quickly and easily and shift approach in response to the demands of the situation

Demonstrated flexibility especially during month-end closing processes

Ability to think proactively and work in a highly collaborative and fast paced environment

Able to present financial data in a concise, logical and useful manner

Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to explain financial data and balances

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, and RX coverage begins Day 2 of employment.

401K, Company match begins at Associate enrollment.

FSA/HSA (Flexible & Health Savings Account), ways to reduce your taxable income; set aside pre-tax dollars to cover out-of-pocket healthcare and dependent care costs.

Additional benefit options include Identify Theft Protection, Legal Counsel, Pet Insurance and always a 20% employee discount on Ollie's purchases.