Accountant (Part-Time)

Socket.dev; Framingham (MA); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible part-time hours

Generous PTO

Weekly pay

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Staples is seeking a detail-oriented Accountant to join our Staples Accounting team in a part-time capacity (20 hours per week). The role supports month-end close and the preparation of financial statements, journal entries, reconciliations, and gift card replenishment.

The position offers potential for transition to full-time based on business needs and cross-functional collaboration across Retail and NAD segments.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years accounting experience with foundational GAAP.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly journal entries and maintain a two-day close schedule.
• Analyze accounts through balance sheet reconciliation processes.
• Partner with internal teams to develop and maintain accounting processes and controls.
• Support internal and external audits by providing requested documentation.
• Manage gift card stock replenishment and vendor orders.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance accuracy and efficiency.

Skills

0–2 years accounting

GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accountant to join our Staples Accounting team. This part-time role (20 hours per week) plays a key role in supporting month-end close and preparation of our financial statements and processes, preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and managing gift card replenishment. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accuracy and efficiency in financial reporting, while maintaining compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). You will contribute to the Center of Excellence supporting Retail and NAD businesses. You are a part of a culture that encourages continuous improvement and professional growth. Enjoy the potential to transition into a full-time role based on business needs

Key Responsibilities and Deliverables:

• Prepare monthly journal entries and maintain a two-day close schedule.
• Analyze accounts through balance sheet reconciliation processes.
• Partner with internal teams to develop and maintain accounting processes and controls.
• Support internal and external audits by providing requested documentation.
• Manage operational duties related to gift card stock replenishment, including vendor order placement.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance accuracy and efficiency.

Essential Skills:

• 0–2 years of accounting experience; foundational knowledge of GAAP.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and multitasking skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Highly motivated and detail-oriented team player.

Preferred Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting (preferred)

Additional Information

• Part-time position averaging 20 hours per week.
• Hybrid schedule with 2 days per week in the office.
• Flexible scheduling opportunities based on team needs.

Get great perks.

• Flexible part-time hours, generous paid time off, weekly pay and career growth opportunities
• Associate discounts on in-store and online merchandise, services and warranty plans
• Dental, vision insurance, and 401(k) plan with a company match

The salary range represents the expected compensation for this role at the time of posting. The specific base pay may be influenced by a variety of factors to include the candidate's experience, skill set, education, business considerations, geography, and internal equity.Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements.

The world of working and learning has changed. This is your opportunity to be a part of a brand transformation and growth strategy within the retail industry. Staples is helping our customers and community discover innovative products, services, and inspiration that unlock what’s possible, while empowering you to unlock your potential. Our people are the heart of our success and there has never been a better time to join us as we lead the way in a new era of working and learning.

Staples is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Staples is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 1-888-490-4747 for more information.

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