TPS Group Holdings, a family of brands including The Paper Store and Uncharted, is dedicated to creating destinations that inspire, delight, and surprise. Our mission is to
connect with every customer through carefully chosen products, immersive shopping experiences, and service that goes the extra mile.
Accounting Manager
We are seeking an Accounting Manager to join our growing team. This role will be hands-on and focused on day-to-day accounting operations, monthly close, and reporting functions. Retail or e-commerce industry experience and a strong understanding of GAAP is essential. The ideal candidate will improve accounting processes, strengthen internal controls while building a cohesive team.
COMPENTANCIES:
- Communication: Communication is direct and to the point while maintaining employees' self-esteem. Set clear performance expectations and provide ongoing feedback. Solicits dialogue to ensure understanding of expectations.
- Leadership:Ability to motivate and influence the team to create buy-in. Clarifies initiatives and articulates their strategic relevance. Help employees to see the potential for developing their skills; assist them in eliminating barriers to their development.
- Development: Demonstrate a passion for teaching. Identifies skill opportunities and takes timely and appropriate action to coach, develop and redirect employees as needed.
- Delegation:Delegate responsibility based on the employee's ability and potential. Communicate action steps and desired outcomes. Follow up to ensure success.
- Accountability: Demonstrate a sense of corporate responsibility. Take personal ownership and responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work. Ensure that actions are consistent with words.
- Creativity and Initiative: Forward-thinking, recognizes opportunities and finds new ways of doing things while implementing improvements whenever possible. Encourages creativity and innovation.
- Professionalism: Maintain a professional and positive manner even under changing or uncertain conditions. Works well with a wide range of individuals to provide support, encouragement and direction. Engage others to accomplish organizational and departmental goals. Is seen as a role model.
- Personal Development: Display self-awareness, a high level of energy, persistent with a positive outlook. Continuously seeks ways to improve and learn from mistakes and constructive feedback.
Key Responsibilities
- Be a TPS brand ambassador
- Manage and lead the accounting team, including hiring, training, coaching, performance management, and development
- Oversee daily accounting functions including general ledger, journal entries, and reconciliations
- Own and execute month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting
- Support inventory accounting and cost of goods sold reporting for accuracy and timeliness
- Collaborate cross-functionally with internal departments including merchandising, store ops, and e-commerce to ensure alignment on financial data
- Maintain and oversee fixed asset schedules and depreciation
- Prepare for internal and external audits, coordinating directly with auditors and external accountants
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance accuracy and efficiency
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
- Provide support to the management team on special projects and reporting needs
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance
- 3–5 years of relevant accounting experience; retail and/or e-commerce experience preferred
- 3-5 years of experience managing and mentoring a team
- Strong understanding of GAAP and internal controls
- Proven ability to train, coach, and develop team members
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail and time management
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
- Experience with ERP systems (Microsoft Great Plains or similar) preferred
- Ability to work 3+ days/week in our Corporate Office in Acton, MA
- Professional communication skills and collaborative leadership style
- The Paper Store is an equal-opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, veteran status, or any other classification
The Paper Store is an equal-opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, veteran status, or any other classification protected by state, local or federal law.
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