Senior Accountant II

Staples is business to business. You’re what binds us together.

Our talented finance team partners with every area of the business to drive results and provide financial expertise. We are passionate about analyzing and interpreting information to assess performance and provide guidance. Our team serves as a true partner and advisor to all our business leaders; working with them to accelerate the company’s profitability and growth.

 

What you’ll be doing:

Prepare and review journal entries, analyze accounts, and oversee accounting processes in line with generally accepted accounting principles.

• Partner with other departments to create and maintain processes to properly account for respective areas on the balance sheet. 
• Ensure sufficient controls are in place with respect to these areas and maintain related SOX narratives. 
• Compile journal entries monthly and maintain a two-day close. 
• Analyze accounts monthly through balance sheet reconciliation process. 
• Review accounts reconciliations completed by Cap Gemini off-shore accounting team
• Partner with Cap Gemini off-shore team to process map areas to implement efficiencies in processes
• Perform reporting and forecasting for related balance sheet and P&L lines
• Partner with other departments to solve more complex accounting issues
• Support internal and external auditors on audit requests. 

 

What you bring to the table:

• Strong analytical, organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Ability to work within a team.
• Strong communication skills

 

What’s needed- Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred
• 4-6 years of experience

 

What’s needed- Preferred Qualifications:

• CPA preferred but not required

 

We Offer:

• Inclusive culture with associate-led Business Resource Groups 
• Flexible PTO (22 days) and Holiday Schedule (7 observed paid holidays) 
• Online and Retail Discounts, Company Match 401(k), Physical and Mental Health Wellness programs, and more! 

 

Massachusetts Disclaimer: 

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Staples is an Equal Opportunity Employer who values the diversity of our people, products, and services.