Staff Accountant

Our comprehensive benefits package for full‑time employees includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with health savings and flexible spending accounts, life and disability insurance, generous paid time off and holidays, a 401(k) match, employee discounts, and valuable well‑being benefits like free EAP services, financial planning assistance, and well‑being coaching all designed to support your health and financial security.

The targeted hiring range for this full‑time position is $55,400 - $74,700 depending on qualifications; however, the expanded salary range provides opportunities for advancement. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and job location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by factors including job‑related skills, competencies, experience, and relevant education, training or a combination of these things and market demand.

Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range and benefits for your location during the hiring process.

The Staff Accountant is responsible for providing support in preparing, developing, and maintaining accurate and timely financial reports, records and general ledgers in accordance with US GAAP for Red Wing Shoe Company, as assigned. The Staff Accountant responsibilities include processing general ledger journal entries; performing monthly reconciliations; and reviewing monthly operating expenses and trends.

• Support the month‑end close process, including preparing relevant journal entries, balance sheet account reconciliations, and account analysis or period‑over‑period account fluctuations.
• Analyze balance sheet accounts and maintain monthly reconciliations.
• Participation in annual audits, including the compilation and preparation of supporting schedules, work papers, and financial reports related to areas of responsibility.
• Identify, analyze, and contribute to process and system improvements.
• Perform all job duties while maintaining compliance with all appropriate regulatory requirements including, but not limited to US GAAP and IRS.
• Supports operational accounting projects and processes within the Corporate Accounting department. Interacts with operations to understand business initiatives and their respective impact to accounting and controls.

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) in Accounting from a four‑year college or university, preferred, and two to five years related experience/training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience and understanding of operations and accounting transactions including point‑of‑sale systems is preferred.
• Experience with inventory, payroll, general ledger, accounts receivable and accounts payable functions.
• Experience with accounting and financial reporting systems, such as ERP systems and retail transaction platforms is preferred.

• Fundamental knowledge of US GAAP and accounting practices.
• Advanced computer skills in Excel, Word and other Microsoft Suite tools.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Active listening skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, ability to multi‑task, and the ability to work well in a team.
• Demonstrated analytical, quantitative, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to learn and use multiple systems and applications.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills.

This position follows a Hyflex work model, providing the flexibility of remote work alongside intentional in‑office collaboration for “Moments that Matter” and key business needs. Upon hire, must be located within a commutable distance to Red Wing, MN.

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All offers of employment are contingent on satisfactory results of a background check.

Red Wing Shoe Company, Inc. is a drug‑free workplace.