Staff Accountant

Merchology; Plymouth (MN); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 18 days

8 holidays

Hybrid work schedule

Volunteer time

401(k) match

Medical and dental insurance

Life insurance

Company events

Brand partner discounts

Employee committees

Job summary

Merchology, a leading B2B ecommerce merchandize provider in Plymouth, MN, seeks a Staff Accountant with 2–5 years of accounting experience for a full-time hybrid role. You will handle reconciliations, journal entries, monthly closes, audits, and tax filings.

Responsibilities include financial statement prep, variance analysis, and internal controls support. Proficiency in Excel and ERP like NetSuite is preferred; remote/hybrid setup available after training.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of accounting experience.
• Bachelor's or Associate degree in accounting or related field.
• Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and fundamental accounting principles.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to analyze account activity and identify discrepancies.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines.
• Collaborative and professional interpersonal skills.
• Experience with NetSuite or another ERP/accounting system preferred.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain timely and accurate balance sheet reconciliations, including variance analysis and resolution of reconciling items.
• Assist with the monthly close process, including preparation of journal entries, accruals, prepaid expenses, and supporting schedules.
• Prepare and post recurring and adjusting journal entries, including supporting documentation.
• Assist with preparation and review of monthly financial statements and management reports.
• Analyze account activity and investigate unusual or unexpected variances, escalating issues as appropriate.
• Assist with year-end audit activities, including preparation of account reconciliations, schedules, supporting documentation, and responses to audit requests.
• Assist with maintaining accounting documentation and internal controls.
• Review and reconcile Company banking and credit card transactions.
• Provide backup support for AR and AP functions, including customer collections, cash application, invoice processing, and other duties as needed.
• Assist other departments with ad hoc accounting and reporting requests.
• Prepare and file sales tax returns and assist with related reconciliations and compliance requirements.
• Participate in special projects and perform other accounting duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Time-management

PivotTables

Education

Bachelor's or Associate degree in accounting

Tools

Excel

NetSuite

Job description

Full-time

Description

Jee | The science of company merch; the skill of creating and delivering custom-branded apparel and corporate gifts around the world.

Merchology is a leading eCommerce retailer in B2B sales of co-branded merchandise including apparel, headwear, drinkware, gifts, and accessories. We are family-owned, people-powered, and we are adding to our #TeamMerch at our facility in Plymouth. Come see why we are a three-time Star Tribune Top Workplaces award winner!

Primary Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain timely and accurate balance sheet reconciliations, including variance analysis and resolution of reconciling items.
• Assist with the monthly close process, including preparation of journal entries, accruals, prepaid expenses, and supporting schedules.
• Prepare and post recurring and adjusting journal entries, including supporting documentation.
• Assist with preparation and review of monthly financial statements and management reports.
• Analyze account activity and investigate unusual or unexpected variances, escalating issues as appropriate.
• Assist with year-end audit activities, including preparation of account reconciliations, schedules, supporting documentation, and responses to audit requests.
• Assist with maintaining accounting documentation and internal controls.
• Review and reconcile Company banking and credit card transactions.
• Provide backup support for AR and AP functions, including customer collections, cash application, invoice processing, and other duties as needed.
• Assist other departments with ad hoc accounting and reporting requests.
• Prepare and file sales tax returns and assist with related reconciliations and compliance requirements.
• Participate in special projects and perform other accounting duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 2-5 years of experience in an accounting position.
• Bachelor's or associate degree in accounting or related field.
• Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and fundamental accounting principles.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to analyze account activity and identify discrepancies.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines.
• Collaborative and professional interpersonal skills.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to work with formulas, PivotTables, and large datasets.
• Experience with NetSuite or another ERP/accounting system preferred.

What We Offer

• Generous PTO (18 days per year)
• 8 company-paid holidays
• Hybrid work schedule for select departments
• 40 hours of paid volunteer time
• 401(k) with match
• Medical and dental insurance options, FSA, and HSA (with company HSA match), Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity, Short- and Long-Term disability insurance options
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-sponsored social events
• Premium brand partner discounts
• Employee-led Committees

Location

• 3000 Niagara Lane North, Plymouth, MN 55447
• Remote hybrid role: Three days onsite and two days remote following training - there is no option for fully remote work

Industry

• Business to Business eCommerce and Apparel

Merchology is an equal opportunity employer and certified Disability-owned Business Enterprise. We celebrate diversity and are committed to a workplace where personal and professional growth are achieved through inclusion. If you require disability resources to submit your application, please email [e-mail] for assistance.

Salary Description: $60,000 - $70,000