Staff Accountant I, Merchandise Accounting

About The Role

Total Wine and More is seeking a Staff Accountant I, Merchandise Accounting to join our Merchandising Accounting Team in our Bethesda, MD Office.

Responsibilities

• Review invoices for accuracy and proper coding and enter them into an automated accounting system for payment processing.
• Review vendor statements, resolve payment discrepancies, and respond to vendors inquiries.
• Collaborate with the Supply Chain team to process freight payments, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely execution.
• Complete month end journal entries and submit corresponding monthly reconciliations.
• Analyze and reconcile accounts by reviewing open items, identifying discrepancies, and independently resolving issues (e.g., write-offs, reversals, adjustments).
• Manage A/R account activity by maintaining ongoing dialogue with internal stakeholders and ensuring timely and accurate application of payments.
• Prepare and post journal entries related to A/R and A/P transactions in accordance with accounting standards and internal controls.
• Evaluate processes and transaction accuracy to ensure compliance, identify risks, and recommend improvements to workflows.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with business partners to resolve complex payment issues, clarify discrepancies, and improve operational efficiency.
• Analyze and reconcile accounts by reviewing open items, identifying discrepancies, and independently resolving issues (e.g., write-offs, reversals, adjustments).

Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time.
• 5 days in office.
• Bachelor's degree or Associate's degree in Finance, Accounting or related field.
• Less than 1 year of accounting experience.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic accounting principles.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
• Proficient mathematical skills.
• Knowledge of Lawson/Infor or other automated A/P systems, is preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Skills

• Ability to analyze and reconcile accounts by reviewing open items, identifying discrepancies, and independently resolving issues (e.g., write-offs, reversals, adjustments).

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Generous store discounts
• Health care plans (medical, prescription, dental, vision)
• 401(k), HSA, FSA, Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Disability & life insurance coverage
• Paid parental leave
• Pet insurance
• Critical illness and accident insurance
• Discounted home and auto insurance
• College tuition assistance
• Career development & product training
• Consumer classes & More!

Pay

The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location.

Schedule

5 days in office.