Sr. Accountant

The Best, the Only, and the Unexpected: Hammacher Schemmer, part of The Bradford Hammacher Group family of brands, is a world leader in direct to consumer product marketing. Established in 1848, Hammacher Schlemmer markets a wide array of innovative problem-solving items, unique gifts, and quality merchandise to our customers. Renowned as an innovator, we introduced numerous products to American consumers that were initially considered novelties but are now commonplace, including the pop-up toaster and the microwave oven. Today, our wide range of products includes electronic devices, luxury apparel, home décor, travel accessories, one-of-a-kind gifts and more. We are a uniquely structured medium-sized company large enough to compete in a global market, yet maintains a small company feel with a business casual environment where everyone is on a first-name basis with our President.

We are currently seeking a Sr. Accountant who will be responsible for performing a variety of accounting duties including maintaining general ledger records, performing account reconciliations and journal entries, assisting with financial reporting, and conducting research on account reconciliations to determine the source of variances and to make recommendations to improve the financial performance of the company. Work with minimal supervision conferring with the Controller on unusual matters. May be assisted by entry level personnel. Assignments are broad in nature, usually requiring originality and ingenuity. Possesses and applies a broad knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of accounting to the completion of difficult assignments. May lead and direct the work of others.

How you will contribute:

• Financial Reporting – catalog expense allocations, reconciliation of inventory and reserve, sales returns & bad debt analyses, selling/general expense accruals and reconciliation, allocations, fixed assets, and actual to plan variances analyses/write-up (all monthly work).
• In addition to recording any necessary G/L transactions, the individual prepares the financial statements and preliminary analysis.
• The total reporting package includes Controller’s Report including any appropriate comments on the operational results and the analysis performed.
• Financial Reporting responsibility also includes addressing any management questions/concerns on operational results. Significant issues addressed should be reviewed with the Controller before being issued.
• Analyzing and reporting cost variances and coordinating or assisting with the budget process.
• Special or process improvement projects/analysis to support the ongoing business needs. Implement new processes/controls and analysis supporting corporate goals. Prepare audit schedules for year-end audit.
• Assist with annual tax filing extensions and returns. Assist with other compliance matters such as sales tax returns, use tax, and unclaimed property filings.
• Treasury functions including bank account reconciliations, cash reporting, letters of credit processing, and check clearing. Landed cost calculations and reconciliations for costing imported merchandise.

What you will bring and skills that excite us:

• BS in Accounting or equivalent.
• A minimum of 5-8 years of related experience.
• Experience with financial statement preparation for all types of legal entities.
• Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year end close process.
• Must be PC proficient with strong skills, specifically in Microsoft Excel, Access, and Word.
• Spreadsheet proficiency should include ability to build models and performed advanced analysis functions
• Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.
• Highly organized and detail oriented.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to lead and direct the work of others.
• Works effectively with others both within and across teams.
• 10 key proficiency required.
• Supervisory experience and knowledge of or experience with:Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O or other comparable ERP Systems and sales tax processing & filings preferred.

BHG at a glance:

• Our scale: Hammacher Schlemmer’s corporate headquarters is right outside of Chicago, with our distribution center and customer service teams based near Cincinnati OH. Our flagship store is in New York city, and we have served millions of customers since 1848!
• Compensation and benefits: We offer a competitive compensation plan and great benefits, with some benefits starting from day 1!
• We own the company: BHG is Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) which allows you to not only derive the benefits of working as an employee at The Bradford Hammacher Group, but also gain the benefits of being an owner.
• Professional Development: There is always room to learn! We offer a Professional Development Program, a Mentor Program, and LinkedIn Learning to our teams as well as additional hands-on training and development. Our teams utilize a continuous performance management and development structure for feedback, no dreaded annual reviews. We meet quarterly to focus on the future!
• Our values: Honesty. Innovation. Respect. Teamwork. Giving back. These are just some of the core values that drive our team members. Our team strives to build a culture of continuous feedback where anyone can share and create our “next big idea,” among diverse and inclusive teams.
• Flexibility and wellness: Whether it’s offering hybrid environment (onsite/remote) for our corporate staff, to a generous, front-loaded PTO and holiday package to all staff and corporate wellness initiatives like WW, an annual health fair and an onsite gym, we are committed to our team members well-being. New hires start with 16 days of PTO and 8 paid holidays per year.
• Perks and more: We have a Business Casual Work Environment, Health and Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO) Program, Direct Deposit, Credit Union, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Employee Referral Bonus Program, 401(k), Profit Sharing, Tuition Reimbursement, Onsite Cafeteria, Onsite Fitness Center, Corporate WW and Toastmaster’s memberships, a Peer Recognition Program, Product Discounts and more!

Hammacher Schlemmer is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $67,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Niles, IL 60714