Senior Staff Accountant

Bass Pro Shops

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our finance team. As a Senior Accountant, you will play a crucial role in maintaining accurate financial records, analyzing data, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. Your expertise will contribute to the overall financial health of our organization. Responsibilities: Account Reconciliation & Management: Reconcile balance sheet accounts on a regular basis. Investigate and resolve any discrepancies promptly. Collaborate with accounts payable and accounts receivable teams to ensure timely processing of transactions. Monitor cash flow and manage liquidity effectively. Financial Reporting and Analysis: Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. Analyze financial data to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies. Forecast future revenues and expenditures based on historical data. Provide insightful recommendations to management for informed decision-making. Budgeting & Forecasting: Support the budgeting and forecasting processes. Work closely with the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and divisional Vice Presidents (VPs) to create realistic and achievable budgets. Monitor budget performance and variance analysis. Internal Controls & Audit: Maintain and strengthen internal controls to safeguard financial data. Conduct regular internal audits to detect and address discrepancies. Ensure compliance with accounting policies, procedures, and regulations. Tax Compliance and Strategy: Oversee tax filings, including federal, state, and local taxes. Collaborate with external tax advisors to optimize tax strategies. Stay informed about changes in tax laws and regulations. Collaboration: Work closely with other members of the finance team, including controllers, analysts, and junior accountants. Support departmental goals and initiatives by actively participating in cross-functional projects. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master’s degree or CPA preferred). Minimum of 5 years of relevant accounting experience. Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, or similar). Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Knowledge of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and financial reporting standards. If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for accuracy, financial integrity, and collaborative teamwork, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity! Full Time Benefits Summary: Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions! Medical Dental Vision Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Account Voluntary benefits 401k Retirement Savings Paid holidays Paid vacation Paid sick time Bass Pro Cares Fund And more! Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Reasonable Accommodations Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact us at [email protected]. True Timber About Bass Pro Shops Bass Pro Shops is North America’s premier outdoor and conservation company. Founded in 1972 when avid young angler Johnny Morris began selling tackle out of his father’s liquor store in Springfield, Missouri, today the company provides customers with unmatched offerings spanning premier destination retail, outdoor equipment manufacturing, world-class resort destinations and more. In 2017 Bass Pro Shops joined forces with Cabela’s to create a “best-of-the-best” experience with superior products, dynamic locations and outstanding customer service. Bass Pro Shops also operates White River Marine Group, offering an unsurpassed collection of industry-leading boat brands, and Big Cedar Lodge, America’s Premier Wilderness Resort. Under the visionary conservation leadership of Johnny Morris, Bass Pro Shops is a national leader in protecting habitat and introducing families to the outdoors and has been named by Forbes as “one of America’s Best Employers.”

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master’s degree or CPA preferred).
Minimum of 5 years of relevant accounting experience.
Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, or similar).
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
Knowledge of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and financial reporting standards.

Responsibilities

Account Reconciliation & Management: Reconcile balance sheet accounts on a regular basis.
Investigate and resolve any discrepancies promptly.
Collaborate with accounts payable and accounts receivable teams to ensure timely processing of transactions.
Monitor cash flow and manage liquidity effectively.
Financial Reporting and Analysis: Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
Analyze financial data to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies.
Forecast future revenues and expenditures based on historical data.
Provide insightful recommendations to management for informed decision-making.
Budgeting & Forecasting: Support the budgeting and forecasting processes.
Work closely with the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and divisional Vice Presidents (VPs) to create realistic and achievable budgets.
Monitor budget performance and variance analysis.
Internal Controls & Audit: Maintain and strengthen internal controls to safeguard financial data.
Conduct regular internal audits to detect and address discrepancies.
Ensure compliance with accounting policies, procedures, and regulations.
Tax Compliance and Strategy: Oversee tax filings, including federal, state, and local taxes.
Collaborate with external tax advisors to optimize tax strategies.
Stay informed about changes in tax laws and regulations.
Collaboration: Work closely with other members of the finance team, including controllers, analysts, and junior accountants.
Support departmental goals and initiatives by actively participating in cross-functional projects.

Benefits

Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!
Medical
Dental
Vision
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Account
Voluntary benefits
401k Retirement Savings
Paid holidays
Paid vacation
Paid sick time
Bass Pro Cares Fund
And more!