Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant Empire Auto Parts - 2.6 Charlotte, NC Job Details 4 hours ago Qualifications Accounting systems Financial close processing Microsoft Excel Bachelor's degree GAAP Closing the books Root cause analysis Cross-functional collaboration Cross-functional communication Excel data analysis Full Job Description Job Summary Empire Auto Parts is seeking an experienced Staff Accountant to join our Finance & Accounting team. This role carries ownership across a broad range of general ledger responsibilities — including accruals, reconciliations, and expense allocations — and is integral to the accuracy and integrity of our monthly close process. The ideal candidate brings solid accounting fundamentals, a sharp eye for detail, and a collaborative approach to working with teams across the organization. Duties & Responsibilities General Ledger & Month-End Close Prepare and post journal entries in support of the monthly close cycle, including accruals, amortizations, and period-end adjustments Perform account reconciliations for assigned general ledger accounts and resolve variances in a timely manner Participate in monthly budget variance analysis for assigned expense accounts, including professional services and IT-related expenses Expense Management & Allocations Manage the coding and allocation of corporate credit card transactions to appropriate accounts and hub/site designations; distribute to cardholders for review and record weekly journal entries Allocate monthly IT-related and procurement expenses across the organization using vendor-provided data and company allocation methodologies Review and accrue temporary labor and utilities expenses based on period cutoff analysis Accounts Payable Support Provide backup invoice processing support during high-volume or overflow periods Prepare the AP subledger reconciliation, aging report, and month-end accruals, including invoices pending approval and those posted outside the current period Prepaid Expenses & Inventory Reconcile prepaid expense accounts and prepare monthly amortization entries and adjustments Prepare drayage expense assessments and supplemental accrual tables by reviewing and categorizing vendor billings in NetSuite Customer Rebates Compile sales data for accounts with active rebate programs; calculate rebate liabilities and record accruals on a monthly basis Audit & Compliance Support Support management with external audit coordination, including providing documentation and explanations as needed Adhere to internal control procedures in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements Ad-Hoc & Cross-Functional Support Assist with additional projects, analysis, and department needs as they arise Required Skills & Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA or progress toward CPA preferred 2-4 years of progressive accounting experience; public accounting background a plus Solid foundation in GAAP, accrual accounting, and financial close processes Proficiency with ERP systems (NetSuite experience strongly preferred) and intermediate-to-advanced Excel skills Strong attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy in a high-volume environment Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving ability — able to identify root causes and develop practical solutions Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present findings clearly to both finance and non-finance stakeholders Strong time management and organizational skills; able to manage multiple priorities and meet recurring deadlines Collaborative mindset with the ability to build and maintain productive cross-functional relationships

Personal & Professional Attributes Integrity:

Demonstrates the highest standard of honesty and ethical behavior in handling sensitive financial information

Adaptability:

Embraces evolving processes, systems, and responsibilities in a growing, dynamic organization

Confidentiality:

Handles sensitive financial and business information with discretion Empire Auto Parts is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.