Staff Accountant

Red Wing Shoe Company•Red Wing, MN

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Red Wing Shoe Company is seeking a Retail Staff Accountant to support the accuracy and integrity of financial records for our retail operations. This role plays an important part in month‑end close, account reconciliations, and retail financial analysis, while also serving as an accounting resource for company‑owned and dealer stores. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, comfortable working with retail transaction data, and enjoys partnering with operational teams to ensure accurate and compliant financial reporting.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field a plus
2+ years of accounting experience, preferably supporting retail operations.
Experience with retail accounting transactions, including POS systems, preferred.
Working knowledge of general ledger, inventory, payroll, accounts receivable, and accounts payable.
Experience with ERP systems and retail transaction platforms preferred.
Strong understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office tools.
Comfortable working in financial systems and learning new technology platforms.
Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and documentation skills.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
Self‑motivated, detail‑oriented, and able to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

Support the month‑end close process by preparing journal entries, reconciling balance sheet accounts, and analyzing period‑over‑period variances.
Maintain accurate general ledger activity in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
Develop and apply a strong understanding of retail Point‑of‑Sale (POS) and eCommerce Order Management Systems (OMS).
Identify financial and operational control gaps related to retail transactions and support accurate reporting.
Provide Tier 2 accounting support to company‑owned and dealer stores by responding to inquiries via ServiceNow and email.
Prepare and maintain monthly account reconciliations in accordance with established policies.
Support annual audit activities, including preparation of schedules, workpapers, and documentation for assigned areas.
Assist with retail accounting projects and continuous process improvement initiatives.
Partner with Retail Operations to understand business initiatives and assess accounting and internal control impacts.
Perform all duties in compliance with U.S. GAAP, IRS guidelines, and internal policies.