Staff Accountant

Staff AccountantRally House is where fans celebrate the teams, traditions, and communities they love. Every day is an opportunity to create memorable experiences that bring fans closer to the moments and teams they care about most. Behind it all is a team fueled by energy, passion, and hometown pride. As we continue to grow, we're looking for team members who are excited to help shape the future of Rally House, deliver exceptional experiences, and make every fan feel right at home.The Staff Accountant possesses well-rounded accounting experience, strong analytical skills, and general ledger knowledge. This position performs detailed general ledger accounting functions and analysis for specified areas of the Company's retail and related businesses, with significant responsibility for sales and use tax reconciliation, tax rate maintenance, tax code updates, and business licensing support across the various entities and jurisdictions within the ownership structure. The Staff Accountant also supports the month-end close and reporting process, assists with reconciliations and variance analysis, helps streamline procedures, and contributes to SOX and GAAP internal control compliance.ResponsibilitiesPrepare monthly detailed reconciliations and account analysis, including sales and use tax reconciliationsManage sales and use tax accounting activities across multiple businesses, entities, and jurisdictions within the ownership structureMaintain, review, and update sales and use tax rates, tax codes, and related system settings to support accurate transaction processing and reportingSupport business license compliance by helping ensure the Company has the proper licenses, registrations, and documentation needed to operate in applicable jurisdictionsMaintain proper Secretary of State filings and manage relationships with key partners to support ongoing state compliance requirementsMaintain and close the general ledger monthlyAnalyze activity and prepare journal entries, accruals, and supporting documentationPrepare monthly income statements, expense reporting, and related financial schedulesAccumulate, review, and analyze monthly financial results and prepare variance analysis, as appropriate or requestedPartner with operating departments to perform close activities and understand key drivers of resultsAssist in the design of process improvements, best practices, and controls related to accounting, tax, and reporting processesMaintain and review documented procedures and ensure compliance with SOX and GAAP requirementsAssist in the accumulation and preparation of the monthly financial reporting package containing information required for external annual auditsAssist with the audit process by completing requested schedules and partnering closely with external auditorsAssist with ad-hoc assignments and special projectsSkills and KnowledgeAbility to multi-task and balance multiple priorities. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team. Accountable for results, approaches obstacles proactively and looks for ways to resolve problems and issues. Exceptional verbal, writing, and analytical skills. Superior communication skills both written and verbal, that communicate clear, effective messages.Qualifications1-2 years of general accounting experience required, preferably with exposure to monthly close, account reconciliations, and financial reportingExperience with sales and use tax accounting, multi-jurisdiction compliance, tax code maintenance, or business licensing is preferredA bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field is preferred; equivalent experience will be consideredERP systems experience, including NetSuite, is preferred. Retail, wholesale, or multi-entity business experience is preferredPhysical RequirementsAbility to operate a computer, keyboard, mouse, and other standard office equipmentAble to clearly view and read information on a computer screenOccasionally lift or move items up to 15 poundsLocationOn-site in Lenexa, KSPay Range$60,000.00 - $75,000.00