Cash Accounting Specialist

The Container Store•Coppell, TX

10d

About The Position

The Cash Accounting Specialist position is responsible for performing daily cash audit activities including completing bank account reconciliations, performing credit card account reconciliations, verifying cash deposits, assisting with customer inquiries and assisting with month end close procedures. This position works closely with our stores and home office to complete all accounting projects in a timely manner. This is a full-time, hourly, non-exempt position. Established in 1978, The Container Store has grown to be the leading specialty retailer of storage and organization products in the United States and the only national retailer solely devoted to the category. We provide creative, multifunctional, customizable storage and organization solutions that help our customers save time, save space and improve the quality of their lives. We foster a culture built around our Foundation Principles, which define how we approach our relationships with our employees, vendors, customers and communities and influence every aspect of our business.

Requirements

2-5 years accounting experience - Retail experience a plus
Based in Dallas/Ft. Worth area
Strong Excel skills
committed to working scheduled hours and has the flexibility to work additional hours based on changing business needs
Knowledge of industry business and passion for following trends in the industry
Ability to quickly separate the mission-critical tasks from the lower priority tasks; focuses on the most value-added projects of the day or week
Flexible, with a positive attitude and passion for knowledge
Strong time management and organizational skills with the ability to successfully manage multiple projects at once
Possesses focused attention to detail and solid organizational and prioritization skills while working quickly and accurately under pressure
Professional manner and strong communication skills internally and with outside vendor partners
Makes strategic and effective decisions in the best interest of our customers and our company, taking care to objectively process information

Nice To Haves

Experience with Multiview or Oracle a plus
Experience with Trintech ReconNET a plus

Responsibilities

Completes daily credit card reconciliations - this includes access to credit card information as required by business and job duties
Assists with store over/short, chargeback and credit card fees analysis
Verifies bank deposits
Completes monthly bank reconciliations
Assists with month end close and meets all applicable deadlines to ensure timely close of the financial statements
Assists with audits and special projects
Interacts and effectively communicates with customers and various internal departments
Enhances the overall department performance by sharing experiences and knowledge
Helps file as needed
Consistently arrives promptly to work the assigned schedule
Responsible for maintaining discretion related to all confidential/sensitive company and customer information
Performs other requested tasks and duties

Benefits

Competitive health, dental, and vision plans to keep you and your loved ones well.
401(k) retirement savings plan with optional investment guidance and assistance offered through Fidelity.
Unique "1equals3" website for easy access to your benefits information and company updates.
Competitive sick pay and PTO plan to ensure you can take time off to recharge and come back feeling your best.
Basic life insurance, disability insurance options, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and flexible spending accounts (FSAs).
Considerate parental leave policies, adoption and surrogacy assistance, and fertility & maternity support program.
Paid holidays, gym membership discounts, and a qualified transportation benefits program to save on commutes.
Enjoy a hefty discount on our amazing products, including merchandise, custom spaces, and services, gift cards, and pet insurance (because fur-babies matter!).
We honor our employees with service awards and retirement gifts, celebrate those who exemplify our core principles, and recognize exceptional daily contributions.
Participate in our Employee Resource and Affinity Groups and help guide how we give back to the community, while having a space to connect, support one another, and celebrate cultural heritages.