BJ’s Wholesale Club Looking for Senior Accountant – Technical Accounting at Marlborough, MA Full Time

Join a team of more than 30,000 team members, comprised of our Club Support Center and over 230 clubs and 7 distribution centers. We’re committed to delivering value and convenience to our Members, helping them save every day on everything they need for their families and homes. BJ’s Wholesale Club offers a collaborative, team environment where all team members can learn, grow and be themselves.

The Benefits of working at BJ’s

•        BJ’s pays weekly

•        Generous time off programs to support busy lifestyles* 

                      o Vacation, Personal, Holiday, Sick, Bereavement Leave, Jury Duty

•        Benefit plans for your changing needs*

                      o Three medical plans**, Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), Health Savings  Account (HSA), two dental plans, flexible spending

*eligibility requirements vary by position

**medical plans vary by location

Job Description

Reporting to the Manager of Technical Accounting, the Senior Accountant, Technical Accounting will have the opportunity to work across the finance and accounting organization to help us achieve our goals of being a best-in-class accounting and reporting group. This role will perform technical accounting research and documentation, account for complex transactions such as share-based compensation and debt, as well as contribute to special projects and process improvements.  Additionally, this role will have visibility to annual and quarterly reporting, including the preparation of SEC filings. We are looking for someone who can multitask, work in a fast-paced environment, consistently meet deadlines and be detailed oriented.

This role will have high visibility within the finance organization including exposure to the Manager of SEC Reporting, Sr. Director Financial Reporting, VP Finance and Accounting, and Senior Vice President, Corporate Controller, and will work cross-functionally with other teams across the organization. This is an excellent role to gain exposure to a growing retail organization. Role is hybrid.  

Major Tasks, Responsibilities, and Key Accountabilities

• Perform technical accounting research, analysis, and documentation.
• Account for complex transactions, including share-based compensation and debt.
• Participate in special projects, as necessary.
• Assist with the preparation of SEC reporting documents (8-K, 10-Q, 10-K, follow on equity offerings).
• Work across the organization to prepare detailed footnote support files.
• Assist in the review of the quarterly earnings release and support Investor Relations on quarterly earnings materials.
• Coordinate with external auditors to successfully support quarterly reviews and the annual audit.
• Assist in streamlining processes and developing best practices for reporting, while maintaining proper internal controls.
• Other ad hoc projects as required.
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• CPA preferred.
• 4+ years of experience (with 2+ years of public accounting experience preferred).
• Strong technical skills and internal controls background including knowledge of US GAAP and SEC reporting requirements
• Demonstrate leadership and interpersonal skills. The role will require interaction with a wide range of fellow employees, senior leaders, as well as external auditors and experts
• Ability to think creatively, initiate new ideas or solutions, and learn new business initiatives quickly
• Skilled at verbal and written communication
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and demonstrated flexibility to accommodate changing priorities
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, Outlook, and Workiva preferred. Demonstrated ability to learn new accounting software. SAP and PowerBI/Tableau skills are a plus.