Staff Accountant I

At Blain’s Farm & Fleet we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to have a job they love, work in a great environment, grow their career & enjoy a positive balance.

As a family-owned retailer we take pride in offering a competitive benefit package designed to support you & your life. It is one of the reasons we have been named a Forbes Best Employer for seven consecutive years!

• Associates hired into a full-time role will become eligible for the following benefits effective their 91st day of full-time employment: Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision, Short & Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Ancillary Benefits, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Etc.
• All major Holidays & Birthday off
• Advanced Leadership Training Programs: build the skills to grow your career
• Associate discount on name brands like Carhartt, Under Armour, STIHL, Milwaukee Tool, DeWalt & much more!
• Internal recognition programs that support an engaged workplace
• 401(K) with company match

The 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.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is preferred

• 1 – 3 years of relevant accounting experience

• CPA with public accounting experience is preferred

• Retail experience (multi-unit/multi-state) preferred.

• Strong working knowledge of US GAAP and internal controls

• Must have strong analytical and mathematical skills

• Strong communication and presentation skills

• Strong attention to detail and organization skills

• Excellent problem-solving skills