Senior Staff Accountant - Inventory

Bass Pro Shops; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Voluntary benefits

401k Retirement Savings

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Bass Pro Cares Fund

And more!

Job summary

Bass Pro Shops is seeking a Senior Staff Accountant - Inventory to ensure accurate recording of inventory transactions across Retail divisions in Springfield, MO. The role guides the inventory accounting team, develops cross-functional relationships, and researches complex inventory issues.

The position emphasizes close, reporting, and analysis of inventory and gross margin data, aligning with internal controls and GAAP while supporting system enhancements and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• CPA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Close inventory sub-ledgers weekly and monthly, reconcile accounts and review exception reporting.
• Analyze gross margin and inventory data; produce variance analyses for leadership.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to support inventory initiatives and internal controls.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Internal controls

Advanced Excel

Data analysis

Account reconciliations

Month-end close

Communication skills

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Master’s degree in accounting or business

CPA preferred

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY (Objective/Purpose of Position): The Senior Staff Accountant - Inventory position is responsible for the accurate and timely recording of inventory accounting transactions for the Company’s Retail division. This position also helps guide others on the inventory accounting team, develops cross-functional relationships to facilitate inventory initiatives and researches complex inventory accounting issues.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Inventory Close and Financial Reporting (25%)

  Perform weekly and monthly procedures to ensure the timely and accurate closing of inventory sub-ledgers across multiple business channels and locations. Responsibilities include account reconciliations, review and resolution of exception reporting, validation of inventory-related transactions, analysis of inventory reserves and adjustments and detailed review of financial statement components to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting policies.

• Gross Margin and Inventory Analysis (25%)

  Develop, maintain and enhance reporting and analytical tools related to gross margin and inventory. Utilize financial and operational data to validate results, identify trends, explain fluctuations and support forecasting activities. Prepare executive-level variance analyses, coordinate information gathering from operational departments and effectively communicate findings, risks and recommendations to senior leadership and business stakeholders.

• Cross-Functional Business Partnership (20%)

  Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to support inventory-related initiatives and strategic business objectives. Provide accounting guidance on inventory transactions, system enhancements and process changes while ensuring adherence to internal controls, company accounting policies and applicable accounting standards. Participate in identifying opportunities to improve operational efficiency, reporting accuracy and inventory integrity.

• Audit & Compliance Support (15%)

  Establish, maintain and continuously improve schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation necessary for annual financial audits, internal audits and other compliance activities. Serve as a key point of contact for auditors by responding to inquiries, preparing requested analyses and explaining inventory accounting processes and controls. Monitor compliance with established procedures, recommend control enhancements when needed and ensure audit requests are completed accurately and within required timelines.

• Projects & Strategic Initiatives (15%)

  Represent the Inventory Accounting team in company-wide projects, system implementations, process improvement initiatives, acquisitions, new business ventures and inventory-related operational changes. Evaluate proposed changes and assess impacts on inventory accounting, financial reporting and operational workflows. Collaborate with project teams to develop accounting requirements, ensure proper accounting treatment, support testing and implementation activities and communicate financial implications and recommendations to management.

• ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum Degree Required: Bachelor’s degree in accounting / finance
• Preferred Degree: Master’s degree in accounting or business
• Certificate(s) or License(s): CPA preferred.
• Experience: 4+ years of progressive accounting experience, including inventory, cost accounting, inventory controls, financial reporting, public accounting or a combination thereof. Experience supporting retail, distribution, manufacturing or other inventory-intensive environments preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY:

• Positive, solutions-oriented attitude with a drive for excellence
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal control concepts
• Ability to communicate clearly both in written and verbal interactions
• Advanced Excel skills and experience working with large data sets
• Experience performing account reconciliations, financial analysis and month‑end close responsibilities

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

N/A

Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Full Time Benefits Summary:

Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Voluntary benefits
• 401k Retirement Savings
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick time
• Bass Pro Cares Fund
• And more!

Reasonable Accommodations

Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact us at [e-mail].

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