Staff Accountant I

Mattress Firm • Houston, TX

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Staff Accountant I is an hourly position that involves high volume, transaction processing, including invoices, vendor statements, or credit memo processing. The workflows surrounding this position are in a fast-paced environment with an emphasis on accuracy and timeliness. This role is a hybrid position, requiring the employee to work from the Houston BedQuarters location once per month, with the remainder of the days being remote work.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, related field, and/or equivalent experience required.
• 0-4 years Accounting Experience required.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey ideas clearly and concisely to diverse audiences.
• Detail oriented, analytical, professional attitude, reliable.
• Strong problem solving skills.
• Basic accounting principles knowledge.
• Documentation, research and resolution skills.
• Ability to analyze data and multi-task.
• Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced and high volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness.
• Utilizes strong active listening skills, including the ability to focus on the speaker, understand their perspective and provide thoughtful feedback.
• Uses time effectively while concentrating on more important priorities.
• Quickly modifies behavior to deal effectively with change in the work environment.
• Willing to make difficult decisions while understanding when to gain consensus.
• Ability to calculate risk factors in measuring potential obstacles and assess possible outcomes.
• Report for remote work within assigned time.
• High Intermediate/Advanced Excel (Lookups and pivot tables).
• Microsoft D365 proficiency.
• Understanding of internal controls.
• Understanding of account coding structures.
• Balance Sheet Reconciliations proficiency.
• EDI Automation Knowledge.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Maintain financial records and ensure that financial transactions are properly recorded.
• Ensure the accuracy of entries to ledger accounts and reconcile subsidiary ledger accounts to the general ledger.
• Manage workflow for EDI invoices in pending vendor invoices queue, research and resolve discrepancies associated with the processing of invoices.
• Reconcile vendor statements monthly; ensure credit memos are processed correctly, and invoices are processed within discount terms.
• Complete all required training modules and certifications prior to the due date.
• Ensure all safety policies and procedures are followed to ensure a safe work environment for all.
• Communicate professionally with all internal and external contacts.
• Follow all Company policies and execute Company standards on appearance and functionality as well as appropriate brand representation.
• Communicate any concerns or issues to leadership to ensure proper efficiency of department and Company operations.
• Complete other projects and special assignments as requested by supervisor and/or Senior Management.
• Execute Company initiatives and other activities requested by supervisor.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.
• Contribute ideas on ways to optimize or improve the team, the department, and the Company.

Benefits

• Excellent career growth opportunities through on-the-job training and development programs
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Mental health and life resources
• Medical, dental, prescription, and vision plans
• Get paid on-demand
• Base pay or uncapped commission
• Employee discounts on Mattress Firm sleep products and accessories

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level