Rebates Accountant

About the Role

Circle K is seeking a detail-oriented Accountant as part of the Rebates Accounting team. This role is responsible for ensuring and overseeing the accuracy and integrity of rebate-related financial activities, serving as a key control point within the accounting function to ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal controls. The Rebates Accountant will perform in-depth variance analysis and drive continuous process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.

Responsibilities

• Journal Entry Review and Oversight
  • Review and approve journal entries related to rebate accruals, settlements, and adjustments.
  • Ensure entries are accurate, properly supported, and compliant with accounting policies and internal controls.
  • Provide guidance to Rebate Analysts on journal entry preparation.
  • Occasionally prepare and post complex or high-risk journal entries as needed.
• Reconciliations
  • Review and approve monthly balance sheet reconciliations for rebate-related accounts.
  • Ensure reconciliations are complete, accurate, and supported with appropriate documentation.
  • Identify and escalate risks or discrepancies uncovered during the review process.
  • Occasionally prepare reconciliations for complex accounts or during peak periods.
• Variance Analysis and Insights
  • Perform detailed analysis of rebate program fluctuations, working with stakeholders to identify drivers of variances.
  • Provide clear, data-driven explanations to key stakeholders of variances identified.
  • Occasionally assist the Accounts Receivable Analyst with cash application.
• Close and Compliance Support
  • Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
  • Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and audit requirements.
  • Provide documentation and support for internal and external audits.
• Process Improvement
  • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and scalability.
  • Assist in automation initiatives and system enhancements related to rebate accounting.
  • Document and maintain standard operating procedures and internal controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• 2-4 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably including rebates, accruals, or revenue-related accounting.
• Experience in a review/approver accounting role preferred.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve discrepancies.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work with various stakeholders.

What Success Looks Like

• Accuracy and quality of reviewed journal entries and reconciliations.
• Timeliness of close and review cycles.
• Effectiveness of variance analysis and insights provided.