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.

What you’ll be doing:

Partner with other departments to create and maintain processes to properly account for respective areas on the balance sheet. Ensure sufficient controls are in place with respect to these areas and maintain related SOX narratives. Compile journal entries monthly and maintain a two-day close. Analyze accounts monthly through balance sheet reconciliation process. Review accounts reconciliations completed by Cap Gemini off-shore accounting teamPartner with Cap Gemini off-shore team to process map areas to implement efficiencies in processesPerform reporting and forecasting for related balance sheet and P&L linesPartner with other departments to solve more complex accounting issues

Support internal and external auditors on audit requests.  

What you bring to the table:

Experience working in agency, retail, or professional services environments in finance, accounting and/or billing rolesExperience and/or willingness to learn about external billing & collections platformsUnderstanding of multi-step & split path invoicing systems, including ACH/credit card, contract-based invoicing, and direct invoicingStrong decision making, analytical, and problem-solving skillsExcellent organizational skills & attention to detailsOutstanding written & verbal communication skillsKnowledge of digital media channels, operations, and online advertising

Qualifications:

What’s needed- Basic Qualifications

Minimum of 4 years of experience in accounting

What’s needed- Preferred Qualifications

BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Marketing, or another related field.Experience in real estate taxes, fixed assets or capital expense processing.

We Offer:

Inclusive culture with associate-led Business Resource GroupsFlexible PTO (22 days) and Holiday Schedule (7 observed paid holidays)Online and Retail Discounts, Company Match 401(k), Physical and Mental Health Wellness programs, and more perks and benefits

Staples is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.