Staff Accountant I

Staff AccountantThe Staff Accountant is a key member of the Finance team and will assist with month-end close, account reconciliations, and process improvements. This role will support all aspects of Finance activities, including cash reconciliations and oversight of corporate cash accounts.Cash Reconciliations: Lead and manage cash transactions and bank account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and efficiency. Exercising independent judgement in identifying and resolving discrepancies.Store Depository Cash Accounts: Oversee store depository cash accounts, ensuring all transactions are accurately recorded and discrepancies are promptly addressed.Corporate Cash Accounts: Oversee corporate cash accounts, ensuring all transactions are accurately recorded and discrepancies are promptly addressed.Month-End Close: Assist in leading month-end closing duties by preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and ensuring timely and accurate completion of month-end close responsibilities.Audit Support: Provide comprehensive support for annual financial audits.Process Improvement: Become a subject-matter expert of reconciliation tools and identify and implement automation enhancements to improve cash posting and reconciliation efficiencies.QualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting is preferred1 – 3 years of relevant accounting experienceCPA with public accounting experience is preferredRetail experience (multi-unit/multi-state) preferred.Strong working knowledge of US GAAP and internal controlsMust have strong analytical and mathematical skillsStrong communication and presentation skillsStrong attention to detail and organization skillsExcellent problem-solving skillsEEO StatementBlain Supply, Inc and Blain's Farm and Fleet (collectively "Blain's") is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognize the importance of diversity and creating an inclusive culture in order to leverage the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. Blain's does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy and sexual harassment), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any applicable legally protected status. Our goal is to continue to be recognized as an employer of choice and we have received Forbes Best Mid-Sized company to work for an unprecedented 7 years in a row.