Inventory Accountant

Inventory Accountant

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Staples is business to business. You’re what binds us together. Our talented finance team partners with every area of the business to drive results and provide financial expertise. We are passionate about analyzing and interpreting information to assess performance and provide guidance. Our team serves as a true partner and advisor to all our business leaders; working with them to accelerate the company’s profitability and growth.

• Prepare journal entries and analyze accounts in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
• Partner with departments across the business to design and maintain robust accounting processes related to the balance sheet.
• Ensure sufficient controls and process improvements are in place, focusing on accuracy and efficiency through systemic and monitoring controls.
• Compile and post monthly journal entries, maintaining a two-day close, and conduct balance sheet reconciliations.
• Support internal and external audit requests and prepare/distribute USR Physical Inventory results.
• Collaborate with Store Operations, Loss Prevention, and Stores Finance teams to address inventory strategies and resolve related questions.
• Troubleshoot store tickets regarding on-hand inventory issues promptly to meet SLA requirements.
• Coordinate the Inventory Disposal Process for the USR business, including processing disposals and reconciling liquidation activity with third‑party vendors.
• Serve as the subject matter expert on liquidation policies, practices, and agreements, ensuring our inventory is properly reflected and partners are paid accordingly.

• Passion for accuracy and process improvement within accounting operations.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to organize, multitask, and work collaboratively on cross‑functional teams.
• Excellent communication skills to explain financial results and partner with business stakeholders.
• Motivation to identify new ways to streamline processes and implement effective controls.
• Commitment to supporting the month‑end close and preparation of financial statements for the Retail and NAD businesses.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
• 2‑4 years of accounting experience.

• Experience in a retail or multi‑location environment is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to support audits and collaborate across departments.
• Familiarity with inventory reconciliation and process improvement initiatives.

• Associate

• Full‑time

• Accounting/Auditing

• Retail Office Equipment