Description

Job Title: Senior Accountant

 

Who we are:

As one of the largest for-profit thrift operators in the United States, Canada and Australia for value priced pre-owned clothing, accessories and household goods, our mission is to champion reuse and inspire a future where secondhand is second nature. We supply our stores with gently-used, one-of-a-kind items that have been donated by the community to local nonprofit organizations. We purchase these items directly from our nonprofit partners, redirecting billions of pounds of used items away from landfills and on to our store racks and shelves for reuse, and providing our partners with valuable funding for their community-based programs and services. You’ll often hear us say that we are “Thrift Proud.” It’s the millions of loyal customers who visit our 300+ stores and our more than 22,000 team members that make it possible. Learn more about the Savers® family of thrift stores, our impact, and the #ThriftProud movement at savers.com.

 

Our brands are Savers (in the U.S.), 2nd Ave (in the U.S.), Value Village (in the U.S. and Canada), Unique (in the U.S.), Village des Valeurs (in Quebec) and Savers Australia.

 

What you can expect:

The opportunity to celebrate uniqueness. We are made up of people from many different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, all with something special to contribute.To work in a purpose-driven company, with a business model that people love for our impact on both the planet and local communities.An investment in the career path interests of our people. With our aggressive store expansion plans, we recognize the importance of the continued growth and development of our team members.

 

What you get:

Comprehensive onboarding and training from day one.

In-house expertise! Our training department / Savers University develops and delivers robust training to every team member across our organization — from new hires to senior executives. We develop around 90% of our training internally, and partner with a variety of renowned providers to supplement our offerings.

 

Benefits offerings including:

Bundled health plans such as medical, Rx, dental and visionCompany-paid life insurance for extra protection and peace of mindPrograms to stop smoking, diabetes management coaching, and on demand care options.A 401k plan with generous company matching contributions to assist you in saving for a secure financial future.Paid time off from work for leisure or other hobbies.A range of mental health services to assist you in managing daily life.

What you’ll be working on:

Team member in the general accounting function for global thrift retailer including the financial close, compensation accounting, lease accounting, fixed assets, annual audit and statutory audit processes.  Drive process improvements and preparation of financial reports. This position reports to the Manager, Accounting. 

Essential Job Functions:

Work with compliance and controls team to implement controls  Prepare/participate in monthly close/consolidation and account reconciliation processes Prepare/participate in monthly reporting and analysis processes Participate in annual external audit and statutory audit processes Ensure compliance with GAAP, including implementation of new standards and analysis of impact on business Business partner to organization regarding functional questions/interactions Identify, recommend, and implement accounting process improvements to support the company goals and objectives Other duties as assigned 

 Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:  

Strong understanding of all areas of general accounting including leases, fixed assets, costing, payroll/compensation, allocations, etc.  Strong knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements and controls/compliance infrastructure Strong knowledge and application of GAAP – US and international Change management Intellectual curiosity/critical thinking  Ability to identify areas of improvement and drive results Strong sense of urgency Manage multiple responsibilities Process improvement/idea generation/implementation Experience with external audit firm – participation in annual audit process Excellent Excel skills Experience with preparation of external financial statements preferred not required 

 Minimum Required Education, Training and Experience:  

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, CPA a plus Minimum of 5 years accounting experience 1-3 years of public accounting experience Experience with Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations preferred Process improvement/project management skills a plus 

FLSA: Exempt

Work Type/Location: SSC Boise, ID.

Travel: 5% or less

Savers is an E-Verify employer