Staff Accountant

1-800-FLOWERS.COM, INC. • Jericho, NY

6d • $28 - $31 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Staff Accountant supports monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close and reporting processes, helping ensure financial statements are prepared accurately and on time in accordance with U.S. GAAP and company policies. The role prepares journal entries, performs account reconciliations, analyzes financial results, supports internal controls, and works with finance and operational teams to resolve accounting issues and improve processes.

The position also supports audits, reporting, process improvements, automation, and accounting-system enhancements. It offers broad exposure to corporate accounting, collaboration with business leaders, and opportunities to contribute to operational excellence and continuous growth. The work schedule is hybrid: four days in the office and one day remote.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of accounting experience.
• Experience supporting month-end close and financial reporting processes.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, SUMIFS, and data analysis functions.
• Experience with ERP systems.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting concepts.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to learn the business, retain financial knowledge, and apply it to analyze issues and support decision-making.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Intellectual curiosity and interest in understanding the reasons behind financial results.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively across teams.
• Ability to remain seated and work at a computer for extended periods.
• Occasional light lifting may be required.

Nice To Haves

• CPA certification or progress toward CPA certification.
• Experience with Oracle, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, or Hyperion.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post recurring and non-recurring journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation.
• Perform monthly account reconciliations and investigate reconciling items to ensure timely resolution.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Assist in preparing financial statements, management reports, and supporting analyses.
• Analyze financial results and provide variance analyses against budget, forecast, and prior periods.
• Prepare schedules and reports to support management decision-making.
• Support the execution and documentation of internal controls and accounting procedures.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and audit requirements.
• Support external audit requests by preparing documentation and responding to inquiries.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency.
• Participate in process improvements, automation initiatives, and system enhancements.
• Assist with testing and validating system changes that affect accounting and financial reporting.
• Partner with business units and corporate departments to resolve accounting matters and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Communicate financial information clearly and develop effective working relationships.
• Use knowledge of financial data, accounting processes, and cross-functional interdependencies to analyze issues, answer questions, and identify potential business impacts.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned to support departmental objectives.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance for the associate and eligible dependents.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• 401(k) retirement savings program.
• Mental health resources and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid vacation time accrued based on hours worked and tenure.
• Paid company holidays.
• Employee discount across the company's family of brands.
• Potential eligibility for annual merit-based compensation increases, where applicable.

What This Job Offers

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