Staff Accountant II, Merchandise Accounting (Contractor)
About The Position
Total Wine and More is seeking a Staff Accountant II, Merchandise Accounting (Contractor) to join their Merchandising Accounting Team in their Bethesda, MD Office. In this role, the individual will review invoices for accuracy and proper coding and enter them into an automated accounting system for payment processing. They will review vendor statements, resolve payment discrepancies, and respond to vendors inquiries. Additional responsibilities include collaborating with the Supply Chain team to process freight payments, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely execution. The role also involves completing month-end journal entries and submitting corresponding monthly reconciliations. The Staff Accountant II will report to the Manager of Merchandise Accounting.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 1 year of experience in accounting.
Responsibilities
- Analyze and reconcile accounts by reviewing open items, identifying discrepancies, and independently resolving issues (e.g., write-offs, reversals, adjustments).
- Manage A/R account activity by maintaining ongoing dialogue with internal stakeholders and ensuring timely and accurate application of payments.
- Prepare and post journal entries related to A/R and A/P transactions in accordance with accounting standards and internal controls.
- Evaluate processes and transaction accuracy to ensure compliance, identify risks, and recommend improvements to workflows.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with business partners to resolve complex payment issues, clarify discrepancies, and improve operational efficiency.
- Review invoices for accuracy and proper coding and enter them into an automated accounting system for payment processing.
- Review vendor statements, resolve payment discrepancies, and respond to vendors inquiries.
- Collaborate with the Supply Chain team to process freight payments, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely execution.
- Complete month end journal entries and submit corresponding monthly reconciliations.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Generous store discounts
- Health care plans (medical, prescription, dental, vision)
- 401(k), HSA, FSA, Pre-tax commuter benefits
- Disability & life insurance coverage
- Paid parental leave
- Pet insurance
- Critical illness and accident insurance
- Discounted home and auto insurance
- College tuition assistance
- Career development & product training
- Consumer classes
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
