The Junior Staff Accountant reports directly to the Senior Accountant and works closely with our Accounting Staff as well as management across all channels within the company. Essential responsibilities include maintaining, preparing, and reconciling accounts and other financial documents. This position will require a broad understanding of basic accounting principles and excellent communication skills. The ability to multitask and prioritize simultaneous assignments with minimal oversight is required. A strong passion for precision and efficiency will guarantee success.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Prepare and record journal entries
• Process and reconcile retail store sales and cash receipts, prepare bank deposits, and maintain cash sheets
• Settle and record daily credit card and/or PayPal transactions on cash sheets, maintain deposit spreadsheets, and settle all disputes
• Reconcile cash general ledger accounts and cash sheets to bank statements
• Prepare and reconcile various state and local tobacco tax filings
• Prepare and reconcile various state sales and use tax filings
• Reconcile various balance sheet accounts by compiling and balancing financial information
• Assist with reviewing expense reports and disburse payments
• Assist with coordination and preparation of materials for financial audits
• Monthly closing duties, account analysis, and special projects
• Maintain accounting files
• Effectively prioritize responsibilities
• Provide support to other members of accounting staff
• Assist with mid-year and year-end physical inventories
• Perform other related duties or projects as assigned

• Required Education: BS or BA in Accounting, Finance, or Business
• 0-2 years of accounting experience
• Experience with ERP accounting systems - Dynamics AX and/or Dynamics D365, a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word)
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced atmosphere under tight deadlines
• Comfortable working on a team and independently
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent capacity for time management
• Superior communication, listening, and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated and posses the drive to succeed