Staff Accountant

Description

Company Introduction

At MonkeySports, we are passionate about sports and understand the importance of helping athletes of all skill levels excel in their game. Whether you’re a hockey player, lacrosse enthusiast, baseball fanatic or an all-around sports lover, MonkeySports sets out to inspire and empower athletes through access to high-quality sports equipment, expert knowledge, and exceptional experiences.

Joining MonkeySports means joining a company that values your expertise, enthusiasm, and dedication. Whether you’re on the sale floor, assisting with inventory, providing exceptional customer service, or coaching your team, your contribution will play a vital role in helping athletes of all ages and skill levels to achieve their goals.

If you’re driven, team-focused, and passionate about sports, we invite you to apply to be a part of the MonkeySports Team. Discover a fulfilling career where your love of sports and expertise can make an impact.

Job Summary

The Staff Accountant plays a critical role in maintaining the integrity and accuracy of MonkeySports’ financial data. This position is responsible for a range of accounting functions including intercompany transactions, fixed asset management, account reconciliations, and support for month-end and year-end closings. The Staff Accountant ensures compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and internal controls, contributing to the financial health and operational efficiency of the organization.

Requirements

Essential Job Functions

• Perform intercompany accounting and reconciliations across multiple entities.
• Manage fixed assets and depreciation schedules in accordance with accounting standards.
• Prepare and maintain lease schedules and entries in line with ASC 842.
• Conduct monthly bank reconciliations, promptly identifying and resolving discrepancies.
• Reconcile key balance sheet accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Identify areas for process improvement and assist in implementing best practices.
• Assist in the preparation of consolidated financial statements.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely financial reporting.
• Collaborate with internal departments to support operational and financial reporting needs.
• Assist with documentation and coordination during internal and external audits.

Additional Responsibilities and Requirements

• Provide ad hoc reporting and financial analysis for leadership as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment in handling sensitive financial information.

Cognitive and Physical Demands

• Requires strong attention to detail, accuracy, and the ability to perform critical thinking and independent judgment.
• Ability to analyze complex financial data, identify discrepancies, and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Must be able to work on multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritize responsibilities, and meet deadlines.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Occasional lifting of light office supplies and documents (up to 25 lbs).
• Ability to focus and perform repetitive tasks with minimal error.

Qualifications, Education, and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred; equivalent work experience may be considered.
• 2+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a retail or multi-entity environment.
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP and accounting systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with SAP and ERP systems preferred.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Experience with multi-entity accounting and consolidated financial statements.
• Knowledge of lease accounting under ASC 842.
• Experience in retail accounting or sports industry is a plus.
• Familiarity with audit coordination and preparation

Working Environment

• Primary work location is the MonkeySports Corporate Office in Allen, TX.
• Much of the accounting work involves sitting at a desk, using a computer for extended periods of time, and reviewing financial documents, spreadsheets, and reports.

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid Time Off

401k with Employer Match

Life, Accident, Disability, FSA, Critical Illness, Identity Theft Coverage, Pet Insurance

Employee discounts

Other

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran, or other protected status.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test and background screening.

The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility. It should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or to otherwise balance the workload.