Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Ring's End, Inc. of Stratford, CT is hiring a full-time Accountant. We offer a competitive wage for this full-time position, along with comprehensive benefits including traditional and Roth 401K with a 3% safe harbor company contribution and a voluntary profit-sharing contribution, various medical insurance plans, Flex Spending Accounts, and Dependent Care Accounts, employee discounts on our products and materials, life/accidental death & dismemberment insurance, long & short-term disability paid holidays, paid time off, and employee assistance program, and a legal counseling program. If this opportunity sounds right for you, apply today!

About Ring's End, Incorporated

Founded in 1902 in Darien, CT, Ring's End originally supplied feed and fuel to local residents. Over time, the company transitioned to lumber and building materials, later expanding to include paint and design products. Still family-owned and operated, Ring's End is dedicated to supporting the communities where we live and work. As one of the largest retailers of Marvin windows and doors and Benjamin Moore paint in the Northeast, Ring's End continues to grow and innovate. We have 8 full-service lumber yards, dedicated window and door showrooms, 25 free-standing paint centers with design and decor showrooms, a commercial paint and lacquer facility, a custom millwork shop, a centralized distribution warehouse, and an education center. We embrace technology with our e-commerce website and invest in sustainability by partnering with like-minded companies. Learn more at follow us on Instagram and Facebook, and subscribe to the Ring's End YouTube channel for more inspiration and expertise.

Position Summary

We are seeking a professional, dependable, and self-starting team player to become an integral part of our finance team. The ideal candidate will work closely with other members of the finance department, primarily our accounting manager and corporate controller. We are looking for a strong candidate who can extend their current knowledge and identify areas of growth and development. Key responsibilities include:

• Performing bank reconciliations for our locations and main operating accounts
• Maintaining the Fixed asset subledger, reconciling monthly and recording acquisition, disposal and depreciation activity
• Recording of month end closing entries and reconciling specific balance sheet accounts
• Managing Local and State Sales and Use Tax compliance and reporting
• Managing the Personal Property Tax returns and reporting process
• Maintaining Customer Sales Tax Exemptions
• Performing Invoices Adjustments for Sales Tax Errors and Related Corrections
• Managing Entity Documents and process for State and Local Tax Audits
• Developing and implementing new policies and procedures in response to changes in Tax Nexus, Sales & Use Taxes, Personal Property Tax, and Customer Tax Exemption Rules
• Maintaining and improving compliance with accounting policies and internal control procedures
• Supporting the existing finance team with work on specific projects, as needed
• Managing the Credit Card Dispute resolution process

• Preferred Skills:
• BA/BS Degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field required
• Certified Public Accountant
• Two (2) plus years of accounting and tax experience in public accounting preferred
• Multi-location & multi-state retail experience
• Sales, use, and property tax compliance experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with online tax research tools
• Advanced computer skills, including proficiency in MS office and Excel
• Results oriented, strategic thinker and planner
• Exceptional communications skills and a dynamic personality are essential. The ability to effectively collaborate with individuals both inside and outside the company is crucial.

READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM? If this sounds like the ideal opportunity for you, please fill out our initial application. We look forward to meeting you!

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