Accountant
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About Us: WH Smith is a leading global travel retailer with over 1,700 stores across 30 countries worldwide. WH Smith North America, incorporating Marshall Retail Group (MRG) and InMotion, represents over half of the Companys international store estate, with a collection of attractive, successful specialty retail stores located in airports and resorts across North America. Marshall Retail Group prides itself on creating unique experiences for customers by developing distinctive retail store concepts that feature and highlight the local culture, community, and lifestyle of the cities in which they are located. InMotion Entertainment Group is the largest airport-based electronics retailer in travel locations globally, with access and insight into the latest technologies for business and leisure travelers, InMotion offers lifestyle products and electronics that include a wide breadth of headphones, mobile power, Bluetooth speakers and travel accessories. Job Summary: The primary responsibility of the Lease Accountant is to perform varied accounting functions that includes managing month end closing processes, recording journal entries, preparing account reconciliations, and financial analysis preparation. Communicates regular status updates. Performs work with adherence to the global standards, protocols, and policies. Builds relationships with Operations contacts. Ensures the production of accurate and timely financial information in accordance with GAAP and accounting policies. Adhere to Company policies regarding closing process, account reconciliation procedures and standards. Perform day-to-day accounting tasks in assigned areas. Prepare monthly account reconciliations, analysis, journal entries, etc. in connection with the closing process. Maintain, prepare, and record transactions to the General Ledger. Prepare trend analysis and other special analysis. Generate ad hoc accounting reports as needed. Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Accounting. 3 5 years of accounting experience. CPA or working towards CPA, Preferred. Must have experience with financial analysis. Possess strong PC skills such as Excel, Word, Access and PowerPoint. Working knowledge of mainframe financial systems (Great Plains plus). Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with other Team Members of different backgrounds and levels of experience with a focus to drive results. Benefits & More: Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance FREE Life Insurance Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance Generous Paid Time Off 401k with company match Amazing Employee Discount at all our stores Career Advancement Opportunities We cant wait to meet you so apply today at www.JobsatMRG.com! EEO/ADA/DFWP WHSmith North America is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin/ancestry, age, gender identity, gender expression, military/veteran status, marital status, disability status or any other basis prohibited by law. At WHSmith North America, its about each person bringing passion and skills to a dynamic and inclusive workplace