Accountant

Description To be considered for this position, you must complete the following steps: Click "Apply" and complete the online application. If you meet the minimum qualifications, you will receive two email invitations to complete the Predictive Index Assessment. Please note this assessment includes two required parts: Behavioral and Cognitive. Title : Accountant Reports to : VP, Finance + Accounting Location : Onsite, Distribution Center in Columbus, OH Schedule: 8:00am-5:00pm Monday-Friday, with occasional flexibility based on business needs Salary : Starting at $90,000 Position Overview Luxe Brands is seeking a hands on, detail oriented Accountant to join our growing Finance team. Reporting to the VP, Finance + Accounting, this role is responsible for supporting the day to day accounting operations that keep the business running accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with GAAP. The ideal candidate has strong accounting operations experience and has worked in a small to mid-size company environment where they owned a broad range of accounting responsibilities. Larger company experience is welcome, provided the candidate has also operated as a generalist in a smaller or mid-size business and is comfortable moving across AP, AR, reconciliations, close support, reporting, vendor management, expense management, and payroll related accounting support. About Us Our purpose is to create heartfelt moments and boundless inspiration — in the bridal industry and beyond. We achieve this through a family of brands designed to meet the needs of every bride, no matter style, vision, or budget. Founded in 2008 as a woman owned business, Luxe Brands has grown from a single boutique into 16 stores across 9 states, with plans to expand our footprint over the next 3 years. Our proven concept resonates with brides wherever we operate, and we’re now embracing the opportunities and challenges of scaling a high-growth business. Entrepreneurial at our core, we believe great businesses are built through great people and great execution. Our team is made up of career minded, goal-oriented individuals passionate about delivering an exceptional experience to every bride. If you’re looking for a workplace where innovation meets intention, where your ideas matter as much as your drive, and where you can help build something extraordinary, Luxe Brands could be your next home. Our Core Values Respectful : Foster respect + a friendly nature towards co-workers and clients. Service Minded with Attention to Detail : Exude fanatical attention to detail and consistency while striving for excellence in daily tasks. Trustworthy : Be an open and honest individual to our clients and team members - this helps drive sales + camaraderie. Hardworking : Will go above and beyond to finish any task and provide extra assistance and effort to co-workers and the company. Positive and Energetic : Maintains a positive attitude regardless of circumstances. Values Communication : Effectively interacts with clients and co-workers to reach a common goal. Key Traits for Success Hands on accounting generalist who is comfortable owning a broad mix of day to day accounting activities. Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and follow through in accounting operations, documentation, and reconciliations. Solid understanding of GAAP and ability to apply accounting principles in practical business situations. Ability to identify discrepancies, risks, process breakdowns, or control gaps and elevate appropriately. Highly organized and able to manage recurring deadlines across AP, AR, close, expenses, payroll support, and reporting. Comfortable working in a growing, entrepreneurial business where processes may evolve as the company scales. Service minded partner who communicates clearly with cross functional and external partners. Proactive problem solver who looks for ways to improve accuracy, timeliness, documentation, and process efficiency. Key Responsibilities: Accounting Operations Own Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable execution. Ensure vendor invoices are entered accurately, coded appropriately, approved timely, and supported by proper documentation Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, vendor accounts, and general ledger activity on a regular cadence. Maintain clean, accurate, and up-to-date financial data to support leadership reporting and decision making. Prepare schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for monthly, quarterly, and year end close. Support journal entries, allocations, account categorizations, and chart of accounts maintenance. Identify discrepancies, risks, or process breakdowns and elevate appropriately to Finance leadership. Provide additional accounting, finance, or operational support as needed to meet the evolving needs of the business. Vendor, Expense, & Operational Support Coordinate vendor setup, payment setup, autopay setup, W-9 collection, and vendor record maintenance. Manage bill pay processes, including ACH, credit card, check, online, and other payment methods as needed. Support 1099 documentation and related vendor reporting activities in partnership with external accounting partners. Administer the company credit card program and help monitor appropriate card usage, coding, receipts, and reconciliations. Manage the expense report and reimbursement process, ensuring timely review, documentation, coding, and payment. Support routine operational purchasing and vendor payment execution in partnership with Operations leadership. Close, Reporting & Compliance Support Assist with monthly close activities by preparing reconciliations, schedules, accrual support, and documentation. Support GAAP compliant accounting practices and maintain accurate records for audit, tax, and external review purposes. Partner with external accounting, CPA, tax, or audit partners by responding to data requests and providing supporting documentation. Help maintain clear accounting process guides, documentation standards, and audit trails as the Finance + Accounting function scales. Requirements Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business, or related field or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience, including hands on experience in a small to mid-size company environment. Experience operating as an accounting generalist with exposure to multiple areas of accounting operations, not only one narrow or highly siloed accounting function. Strong understanding of GAAP. Demonstrated accounting operations expertise, including AP, AR, reconciliations, close support, vendor management, expense management, and financial documentation. Prior experience working with QuickBooks Online. Experience with accounting systems, strong spreadsheet skills, and comfort working with financial data and reports. Ability to manage recurring deadlines with accuracy, discretion, and strong attention to detail. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to partner effectively across departments. Preferred Experience: Retail background in apparel, bridal, or specialty retail. Experience working with multi store retail organizations. Experience with Sage Intaact and Bright Pearl. Experience working with an external, outsourced public accounting firm. Luxe Bridal is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by federal or state law or local ordinance. #J-18808-Ljbffr Luxe Brands