Staff Accountant

Barnes & Noble•Westbury, NY

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

Barnes & Noble is seeking a Staff Accountant to join its General Accounting team. The role handles day-to-day accounting activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and monthly and year-end closes. It is currently a hybrid position based in the Westbury, New York office, and requires the ability to reliably commute to that office. The annual starting rate is $67,000–$75,000, depending on experience, seniority, geographic location, and other factors permitted by law.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
Two years of related accounting experience.
Strong knowledge of commonly used accounting concepts, practices, and procedures.
Strong computer skills in a Windows environment, especially Excel and Word.
Ability to handle multiple projects.
Ability to prioritize and work as a team player.
Strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Willingness and ability to reliably commute to the Westbury, New York office.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Oracle Financial Systems.

Responsibilities

Participate in monthly and year-end accounting closes.
Prepare monthly account reconciliations.
Maintain internal financial records to Company standards, including general ledgers and journal entries.
Support store and other department inquiries related to profit and loss information.
Participate in the annual budgeting process.
Participate in internal and external audits.
Handle special projects as assigned.

Benefits

Employee discount.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Sick pay.
Paid time off, including paid maternity and parental leave, for employees scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week.
Company-paid holidays for employees scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week.
401(k) with company match for employees scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week.
Transit benefits for employees scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week.
Healthcare and dependent care spending accounts for employees scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week.
Disability benefits for employees scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week.
Life insurance for employees scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week.
Tuition reimbursement for employees scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week.