Staff Accountant/Bookkeeper

Job Title: Staff Accountant / Bookkeeper

Location: In-Person (Office-Based)

Industry: Perfume, Skincare & Beauty Wholesale (Domestic & International Markets)

Type: Full-Time

Pay Range: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour

Reports To: Finance Manager / Operations Director

Company Overview:

We are a fast-growing wholesale distributor in the perfume and beauty industry, specializing in the domestic and international trade of designer perfumes, skincare, and cosmetics. With a focus on delivering top-quality branded products to our global clientele, we are expanding our in-house finance team and seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant / Bookkeeper to join us.

Job Summary:

The Staff Accountant / Bookkeeper will support the financial operations of the company by managing day-to-day accounting functions, maintaining accurate books, processing payroll, and producing key financial reports. This role is ideal for a candidate with foundational accounting experience, preferably in a wholesale, distribution, or retail environment, and familiarity with QuickBooks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and update the general ledger and subsidiary accounts.
• Record daily transactions, including debits, credits, and adjustments.
• Process bank reconciliations, verify deposits, and monitor disbursements.
• Generate accurate financial statements and internal reports (P&L, Balance Sheet, etc.).
• Oversee A/R and A/P, ensuring timely collections and vendor payments.
• Prepare and process payroll, including tax withholdings and deductions.
• Implement and enforce accounting policies and internal controls.
• Maintain and update inventory financial records in coordination with the warehouse.
• Assist with office administration tasks such as filing, document organization, and basic financial correspondence.
• Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (preferred, not required).
• or bookkeeping roles.
• Proficient in QuickBooks (Desktop or Online) — required.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and data entry skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Familiarity with inventory-driven businesses is a plus.

Preferred Industry Experience:

• Wholesale or Distribution (preferably perfume, beauty, or consumer goods).
• E-commerce accounting integration (Amazon, eBay, Shopify, etc.) – a plus.
• Experience with inventory and cost of goods sold (COGS) reconciliation.

Skill Matrix

• QuickBooks (Desktop/Online) - Intermediate
• GAAP Compliance - Basic
• Payroll Processing - Intermediate
• Accounts Payable / Receivable - Intermediate
• Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP) - Intermediate
• Bank Reconciliation - Intermediate
• Inventory Accounting - Basic
• Wholesale / B2B Accounting - Basic
• Financial Statement Preparation - Intermediate
• Sales Tax Filings / Compliance - Basic

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Growth opportunities in a rapidly expanding organization
• Exposure to international and domestic business operations
• Supportive team culture

Work Environment

Physical Setting: Office (In-Person only)

Schedule: Monday to Friday (9:30 AM – 6 PM)

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your experience in accounting, especially within QuickBooks and wholesale or inventory-heavy environments.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person