Staff Accountant

Support Center
6295 Allentown Blvd
Suite 1
Harrisburg, PA 17112, USA

Join our team and live the Ollie-tude!: (Ollie’s Core Values)

• BE A TEAM PLAYER- Associates are expected to be supportive and work together.
• BE CARING- How do I treat others with courtesy, dignity, and respect?
• BE VALUE OBSESSED- Live the “good stuff cheap” mindset.
• BE COMMITTED- Operate with grit, passion, tenacity, and action.
• BE GROWING- How do we get better every day?
• BE REAL- Associates should be honest, transparent, genuine, trustworthy, and sincere.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and RX coverage after 30 days of employment.
• 401K, Company match begins at Associate enrollment
• 20% Associate discount on all Ollie’s purchases.
• Vast array of voluntary benefits

The accounting team at Ollie’s Bargain Outlets is looking for an experienced Staff Accountant. The successful candidate in this role will be responsible for supporting the accounting department in various areas; including, but not limited to maintenance of the general ledger, variance analysis, development and documentation of internal controls and monthly, quarterly and annual close processes.

The ideal candidate is a proactive self-starter who enjoys working in a challenging and fast-paced environment. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and an objective approach to learning and problem-solving are a must.

• Prepare personal property and mercantile tax returns for entire company including timely payment of amounts due.
• Calculate and file sales and use tax returns in all regions where there is nexus.
• Assist with gathering documentation for sales/use tax audits.
• Coordinate with state auditors for personal property tax audits
• Participate in the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, including collaboration and coordination amongst multiple stakeholders.
• Prepare general ledger entries by maintaining records, files and account reconciliations.
• Review general ledger for input accuracy and verification of accounts.
• Responsible for the preparation of consolidated financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Responsible for the analysis of financial data by summarizing and interpreting data.
• Develop and maintain internal controls and related documentation.
• Prepare various management reporting including variance analysis and sales dashboard.
• Assist in providing documentation for internal and external auditors, as needed.
• Collaborate with the Executive team to ensure proper allocation of financial data and accounting.
• Complete any additional responsibilities and/or duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field, with 1-3 years of prior experience, preferably in a retail environment.
• Strong understanding of sales/use tax, accounting theory and US GAAP.
• Strong Excel skills and the ability to efficiently manage large data sets (VLOOKUP, Sum-Ifs, Pivot tables, etc.)
• Familiarity with large General Ledger system.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
• Ability to adapt quickly and easily and shift approach in response to the demands of the situation.
• Demonstrated flexibility especially during month-end closing processes.
• Ability to think proactively and work in a highly collaborative and fast paced environment.
• Able to present financial data in a concise, logical and useful manner.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to explain financial data and balances.

• Ability to sit for an extended period of time at a desk.
• Ability to work on a computer for extended period of time.
• Ability to see, hear, and speak regularly.
• Ability to grip, reach, and pinch with arms and hands frequently.
• Ability to bend and twist occasionally.

Ollie’s is an equal opportunity employer. In compliance with Federal and State Equal Opportunity Laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and identity, national origin, age, veteran’s status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

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