What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Clerk position at Build-A-Bear?
At Build-A-Bear we believe in the power of imagination, creativity, and memorable experiences. Our mission is to add a little more heart to life by creating unique experiences, lasting connections, and beloved memories that create lasting emotional connections. We are a multi-channel, site-based experience and entertainment company, with diversified categories and consumer segments. We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Accounting Clerk to join our dynamic team.
Assist with accounting activities relating to Build-A-Bear's leases. This role ensures timely leases payments, supports compliance, and contributes to real estate and operational efficiency.
Responsibilities:
- Monitor and process emails received to the Lease Accounting inbox
- Process invoices and notifications received by mail
- Respond to landlord requests for sales information
- Reconcile monthly leasing statements
- Complete vendor set up for landlords
- Record monthly base and percentage rent through journal entries into the general ledger
- Update leases
- Import banking data in the ERP system, assist with coding incoming deposits, and scan and code checks received
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum of 1 year corporate accounting experience
- Associates degree in accounting or equivalent experience
- Basic Microsoft Excel
Preferred Qualifications:
- 3 years corporate accounting experience
- Bachelor's degree in accounting
- D365
Behavioral Traits for Success:
- Enjoys being recognized for the quality of their work
- Willingness to work within established standards, guidelines, and procedures
- Develops strong job knowledge and competency
- Strong commitment to tasks being completed correctly and on time
- Thrives in a structured environment
- Happy accomplishing work as an individual
- Can work harmoniously with others
- Communication is factual, polite, and professional
Working Environment:
- Typical office environment with climate control and sufficient lighting, ergonomic desk/chairs
- Hybrid work schedule
- Corporate Office located St. Louis, MO
Your Performance Will Be Measured your ability to achieve annual department objectives and corporate goals which include but are not limited to the following.
- Accuracy
- Time management
- Professionalism
- Deadlines
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Stakeholder Feedback