Accounting Specialist in Bentonville, Arkansas at Traverse Group Inc

The Accounting Specialist will support general accounting functions for Traverse Group and its subsidiaries, with a focus on core accounting operations including AP, cash management, AR processing, and general ledger support across multiple entities. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-entity environment and has a solid understanding of foundational accounting principles. This position reports to the Director of Accounting and offers opportunities for growth in a Staff Accountant role as the organization grows.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Process cash activity via bank feed matching and/or posting transactions as needed.
• Prepare journal entries related to intercompany cash transfers.
• Process accounts payable invoices and ensure transactions are accurately coded to the appropriate vendor, amount, and general ledger account.
• Apply cash receipts to accounts receivable invoices and other related transactions.
• Assist in maintaining accurate and up-to-date general ledger balances across multiple entities.
• Support monthly and year-end close processes, including preparation of aging reports, cash activity reports, and other supporting schedules.
• Assist with implementation of accounting system enhancements, process improvements, reporting initiatives, and workflow automation projects.
• Support corporate and subsidiary accounting teams on cross-functional financial activities.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in accounting or related field, or equivalent accounting experience.
• 1-3 years of accounting, bookkeeping, AR, AP or general ledger experience.
• Working knowledge of cash management, AR and AP processes.
• Strong proficiency in Excel and familiarity with modern ERP systems.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and capable of meeting deadlines in a dynamic work environment.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally with operations, finance, and management.

Preferred Experience

• Bachelor's degree in accounting.
• Prior experience in Consumer-Packaged Goods (CPG) accounting, with exposure to the unique financial workflows related to retail and direct-to-consumer channels.
• Familiarity with retailer payment reconciliation processes, including managing deductions, chargebacks, short-pays, co-op advertising, and promotional accruals.
• Comfort navigating high-volume transactional environments, especially involving large retail partners, 3PLs, and EDI systems.
• Previous work in a holding company or multi-entity corporate structure.
• Experience with intercompany accounting for cash, sales, and purchasing.
• Experience with Acumatica or other cloud-based accounting systems.
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This is not a remote position. Candidate must be located in the NWA area