Financial Accountant

Description

ABOUT US

At Weissman, located in St. Louis, Missouri, we've been the heartbeat of the dance community for 60 incredible years. As a privately held, medium-sized company, we're not just another manufacturer - we're the driving force behind the dance industry's most stunning costumes and dancewear. From digital sketch to delivered product, we handle every step in-house, infusing passion and expertise into every creation.

What drives us? Our extraordinary team! We've cultivated a talent base skilled in merchandising, marketing, design, and more, constantly investing in our people, products, and technology to stay ahead.


Why join us? Because here, you're not just an employee - you're a valued member of a passionate community dedicated to making dreams a reality. We're not just creating costumes and dancewear; we're empowering performances, sparking creativity, and celebrating the artistry of dance.

If you're ready to unleash your creativity, be part of something bigger, and make an impact in an exciting, dynamic industry, Weissman is the place for you. Come, let's dance towards a future where dreams take center stage.

JOB TITLE

Financial Accountant


LOCATION

St. Louis, Missouri (Hybrid)

HYBRID POLICY

70% On-Site

30% Work-from-Home

JOB SUMMARY

At Weissman, we believe strong financial insights help drive smart business decisions. We're looking for a Financial Accountant who enjoys digging into data, improving processes, and partnering across teams to help support business growth.

In this role, you'll collaborate closely with teams across Marketing, Design, Merchandising, and other creative departments to track revenue-generating activities, analyze financial performance, and support accurate reporting. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys both the analytical and collaborative sides of accounting - combining financial expertise with process improvement and operational partnership.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, highly organized, and energized by identifying opportunities to improve workflows, reporting, and visibility across the business.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Partner with Marketing, Design, Merchandising, and other creative teams to support financial reporting and identify process improvements
• Analyze balance sheet and P+L impacts related to revenue-generating activities
• Prepare and maintain journal entries, adjusting entries, and month-end closing entries
• Develop financial analyses and reporting related to revenue accounts and business performance
• Prepare accounting schedules and maintain organized financial records in compliance with U.S. GAAP standards
• Support financial statement analysis and reporting activities
• Develop, maintain, and report on KPIs and metrics related to creative and revenue-generating initiatives
• Collaborate with Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable teams to streamline accounting processes and improve operational efficiency
• Support travel + expense reporting processes and corporate credit card administration
• Assist with automation initiatives and continuous improvement efforts in partnership with IT and cross-functional teams

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field required

Experience

• 4 to 6 years of accounting experience required
• Previous manufacturing industry experience preferred
• Experience supporting financial reporting, analysis, and process improvement initiatives preferred
• Experience working with ERP systems and accounting software preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Knowledge of U.S. GAAP accounting principles
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work cross-functionally and build collaborative relationships across departments
• Comfortable identifying opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiencies

WHAT DO WE OFFER?

At Weissman, we take care of our people. Full-time salaried employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, vision (100% employer-paid), dental, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and a Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA). We offer a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, as well as Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).

Time away from work is important too-we provide generous Paid Time Off (PTO), four floating holidays annually, and nine company-observed holidays. Our benefits also include paid parental and adoption leave, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with confidential support resources, and access to wellness and mental health services. Benefits begin the first of the month following 30 days of employment.