What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Specialist position at Boston FAM | d.b.a. Furniture & ApplianceMart and Ashley?
Brief Description
Behind Every Great Room Is Great Accounting!
Who we are:
Boston Inc dba Furniture & Appliance Mart/Ashley is an Employee-Owned furniture retail company with a fantastic culture of personal development. We like to say we are a personal development company that happens to sell furniture, appliances, and mattresses. Our Customer WHY is “improving the quality of people’s lives be creating amazing rooms together”. Put Employee- Owner WHY is “improving the quality of our owners lives through personal development and supporting our dreams and goals”.
About the Role:
The Accounting Specialist is an integral member of the accounting team, supporting daily financial operations that keep the business running smoothly. This role handles accounts receivable processing, balance sheet reconciliations, and payroll processing, while also assisting with month-end close, accounts payable processing, audit support, GAAP compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
What You Will Be Doing Each Day:
BostonFAM is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Behind Every Great Room Is Great Accounting!
Who we are:
Boston Inc dba Furniture & Appliance Mart/Ashley is an Employee-Owned furniture retail company with a fantastic culture of personal development. We like to say we are a personal development company that happens to sell furniture, appliances, and mattresses. Our Customer WHY is “improving the quality of people’s lives be creating amazing rooms together”. Put Employee- Owner WHY is “improving the quality of our owners lives through personal development and supporting our dreams and goals”.
About the Role:
The Accounting Specialist is an integral member of the accounting team, supporting daily financial operations that keep the business running smoothly. This role handles accounts receivable processing, balance sheet reconciliations, and payroll processing, while also assisting with month-end close, accounts payable processing, audit support, GAAP compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
What You Will Be Doing Each Day:
- Manage accounts receivable, including vendor reconciliations, applying payments and credits, and tracking account aging
- File and reconcile appliance and furniture warranty vendor payments and invoicing
- Manage builder accounts receivable by:
- Processing invoices daily
- Collecting on past-due accounts
- Maintaining professional relationships with builders and the sales team
- Process bi-weekly payroll and maintain employee profiles (new hires and terminations)
- Support the month-end close process, including payroll accruals, account reconciliations, and AR summaries
- Prepare and analyze assigned account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
- Develop and document accounting processes and policies to strengthen internal controls (SOPs – Standard Operating Procedures)
- Liaise with vendors, suppliers, and clients regarding charges, payments, and discrepancies
- Maintain an organized financial filing system
- Post and review transactions using Storis, the company’s ERP/accounting system, to support best business practices
- A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred
- Superior analytical skills with the ability to identify and correct errors
- Strong multitasking skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities throughout the day
- Experience with accounting, reporting, forecasting, and business intelligence systems
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; advanced Excel skills are a plus
- Strong time management skills to ensure timely completion of reports and duties
- Proven ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously
- High professional integrity and ethical standards
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Personal and Professional Development opportunities
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Paid-Time Off
- Birthday off with pay
- Paid Parental Leave
- Educational Reimbursement
- Generous product discount
- 401K retirement plan with company match
- Health, Life, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Long, short term disability insurance
- Health and Wellness Program
- Fun company activities - involvement in the community!
BostonFAM is an Equal Opportunity Employer