Remote Staff Accountant – CPG/Retail, Growth & 401(k)

ESW Beauty; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) with 4% employer match

Job summary

ESW Beauty is seeking a Staff Accountant to support daily accounting, including bookkeeping, reconciliations, A/R, A/P, and general ledger maintenance. The role requires strong GAAP knowledge, multi‑channel revenue experience, and accuracy in fast-paced environments. The position is remote across the continental U.S.

and requires availability for Eastern Time business hours. Compensation is $70k–$80k per year plus bonus, with competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits and a 401(k) with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3–6 years of relevant accounting experience, ideally in CPG/retail.
• Experience with complex reconciliations, multi-channel revenue recognition, inventory accounting, and sales tax compliance.
• Experience assisting with month-end close, including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Experience managing chargebacks and deductions with retailers.
• Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks Online).
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial regulations, and general accounting procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Office applications.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Own chargeback and deduction management, including tracking and coding retailer chargebacks and deductions.
• Perform daily bookkeeping activities and ensure accurate and timely entry of financial transactions.
• Prepare and maintain general ledger entries and account classifications.
• Monitor and maintain syncs between accounting, inventory, and spend management systems; resolve sync errors and avoid duplicates.
• Manage A/R functions including invoicing, payments, aging reports, and collections follow-up.
• Process A/P transactions including invoice entry, vendor payments, and account reconciliation.
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual account reconciliations for accuracy.
• Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes with journal entries and financial reporting.
• Assist with audits, tax filings, and regulatory compliance as needed.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate financial data and resolve discrepancies.
• Handle ad hoc finance requests and projects as needed.

Skills

Chargebacks & deductions management

A/R management

A/P processing

GAAP knowledge

Excel proficiency

QuickBooks Online

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Job description

ESW Beauty is seeking a Staff Accountant to support daily accounting, including bookkeeping, reconciliations, A/R, A/P, and general ledger maintenance. The role requires strong GAAP knowledge, multi‑channel revenue experience, and accuracy in fast-paced environments. The position is remote across the continental U.S.

and requires availability for Eastern Time business hours. Compensation is $70k–$80k per year plus bonus, with competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits and a 401(k) with