Staff Accountant at Advance Auto Parts in Raleigh, NC

Staff Accountant Location: Raleigh, NC Job Description Applies principles of accounting to support Revenue Accounting activities, with a primary focus on Accounts Receivable and Sales Audit processes. This role analyzes financial information, records and reconciles transactions, assists in the preparation of financial reports, and supports accurate and timely accounting treatment within the financial records. The Staff Accountant will also support close activities, audit requests, and special projects as assigned. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES may include, but are not limited to the following (other duties may be assigned): Provide analysis for Accounting management and business unit teams to determine financial liabilities and prepare appropriate accruals. Prepare journal entries and assigned account reconciliations on a period basis according to established schedule. Follow up with appropriate individuals for any needed corrections and prepare journal entries accordingly. Perform analytical reviews and interpretation of financial data and provide understandable explanations to non-financial business partners. Produce reports for other departments and teams as necessary. Prepare and maintain schedules and supporting documentation needed for management, internal and external reporting, internal and external auditors and SOX requirements. Assist in quarterly reviews/year-end audits with internal and external auditors. QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Advanced Microsoft Word, Excel, and Accounting Systems/ERP. Strong analytical, organizational, conflict solving and negotiation skills. Extraordinary interpersonal skills to work in conjunction with other departments, vendors and internal and external customers. Must be a team player who also works well independently. Must be able to analyze data, draw conclusions, interpret results, and make recommendations with respect to accounting treatments. Must be able to read, analyze, interpret and comprehend financial reports, and legal documents. Must be able to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to management, external departments, and other employees. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university; and Certified Public Accountant license preferred; and 1-3 years related experience; or Equivalent combination of education and experience. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: This job has no supervisory responsibilities. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS This job has no required certifications. Certified Public Accountant license preferred. #LI-GG1 We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. California Residents click below for Privacy Notice: https://jobs.advanceautoparts.com/us/en/disclosures