Rebates Accountant

Rebates Accountant

Circle K is seeking a detail-oriented Accountant as part of the Rebates Accounting team. The Rebates Accountant is responsible for ensuring and overseeing the accuracy and integrity of rebate-related financial activities, including the review and approval of journal entries and account reconciliations. This role serves as a key control point within the accounting function, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and internal controls. The Rebates Accountant will also perform in-depth variance analysis and drive continuous process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.

Key Responsibilities

Journal Entry Review and Oversight

• Review and approve journal entries related to rebate accruals, settlements and adjustments.
• Ensure entries are accurate, properly supported, and compliant with accounting policies and internal controls.
• Provide guidance to Rebate Analysts on journal entry preparation.
• Occasionally prepare and post complex or high-risk journal entries as needed.

Reconciliations

• Review and approve monthly balance sheet reconciliations for rebate-related accounts.
• Ensure reconciliations are complete, accurate, and supported with appropriate documentation.
• Identify and escalate risks or discrepancies uncovered during the review process.
• Occasionally prepare reconciliations for complex accounts or during peak periods.

Variance Analysis and Insights

• Perform detailed analysis of rebate program fluctuations, working with stakeholders to identify drivers of variances.
• Provide clear, data-driven explanations to key stakeholders of variances identified.
• Occasionally assist the Accounts Receivable Analyst with cash application.

Close and Compliance

• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and audit requirements.
• Provide documentation and support for internal and external audits.

Process Improvement

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and scalability.
• Assist in automation initiatives and system enhancements related to rebate accounting.
• Document and maintain standard operating procedures and internal controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• 2-4 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably including rebates, accruals, or revenue-related accounting.
• Experience in a review/approver accounting role preferred.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve discrepancies.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work with various stakeholders.

What Success Looks Like

• Accuracy and quality of reviewed journal entries and reconciliations.
• Timeliness of close and review cycles.
• Effectiveness of variance analysis and insights provided.