Assistant Staff Accountant

Job Description

Assistant Staff Accountant | Barnes & Noble, Inc.

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Barnes & Noble, Inc., located in Westbury, NY. Barnes & Noble is recognized as the leading book retailer in the United States, with a rich history dating back to 1873. The company currently operates approximately 700 bookstores nationwide, serving over 700 communities across all 50 states, alongside a robust digital presence through BN.com, NOOK® eBooks, audiobooks, and educational resources like SparkNotes. Under new ownership and leadership, Barnes & Noble is experiencing strong momentum and plans to open approximately 60 new stores in 2026, reinforcing confidence in physical retail and local bookselling. This expansive network, curated selections, enhanced in-store experiences, and growing omnichannel capabilities ensure Barnes & Noble remains the #1 bookseller and a trusted partner in the publishing and retail ecosystem. The Assistant Staff Accountant will play a vital role in supporting the finance team, directly contributing to the accurate and timely execution of month-end and year-end close processes. This position is fundamental to maintaining financial integrity and providing reliable data essential for both internal oversight and external audits, thereby supporting the company’s sustained growth and operational excellence.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-Time
• Location: In-person, Westbury, NY
• Pay: $25–$30 hourly
• Mission: This person will own the accurate preparation of financial reconciliations, journal entries, and comprehensive variance analysis, directly contributing to the integrity of financial reporting and the efficiency of month-end and year-end close processes. The role is also crucial for providing essential data to support both internal and external audit functions.
• Tech Stack: Excel

What You’ll Actually Do
• Account Reconciliations: Prepare Monthly Account Reconciliations.
• Financial Analysis: Prepare Monthly Variance Analysis.
• General Ledger Entries: Prepare Monthly Journal Entries.
• Tax Invoice Preparation: Prepare Monthly Real Estate Tax invoices that are directly paid to municipalities.
• Audit Documentation: Assist in gathering supporting documents for all external, internal, and financial audits.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Early career professional with core domain knowledge in accounting.
• Experience: One year of work experience in the accounting field, including analysis experience.
• Skills: Proficient Excel skills, extremely detailed oriented, self-motivated, independent, and proactive.
• Bonus: An Associate’s Degree in Accounting or a related field.