Sales Audit Accountant

Sales Audit Accountant

Job Description

GENERAL FUNCTION
The Accountant participates in activities related to accounting and internal controls for retail customer payments supporting the client.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs daily transaction reconciliation for cash, gift card, and credit card store deposit receivable accounts.
Books monthly journal entries relating to Sales Audit accounts.
Prepares schedules and reports as requested to support management and audit requests.
Responds to store, field, and client partner inquiries in a timely and courteous manner utilizing effective verbal and written communication skills.
Researches and resolves issues and any escalated issues in a timely manner.
Maintains continuous improvement mindset and proactively identifies, reviews and implements process improvements.
Complies with established department and company internal controls.
Assumes additional responsibilities and assists with special projects as needed or directed.
Internally communicates, oral & written, with the client (primarily Operations, Asset Protection, POSDM/IT, and Brand Partners), store associates, and field personnel.
Maintains proficient knowledge and utilization of systems and software within area of responsibility.
Prioritizes work, seeking guidance from Manager as needed.
Externally communicates with bank and credit card/gift card processor contacts.
Escalates issues to Manager in a timely manner.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or equivalent experience
Proficient in Microsoft Excel
Ability to adapt to shifting and competing priorities
Ability to analyze problems, to compile data, to determine facts and reach a logical conclusion
Constructively challenges the process and takes the initiative to search for opportunities to grow, improve and innovate
Strong time management, organizational and communication skills, both written and oral
Strong organizational skills and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
Attention to detail and deadline-oriented


Notes;
Work hours: 8-5

VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.