Summary of PositionWe are seeking a motivated Staff Accountant to join our accounting team. This role will report directly to the Accounting Transformation Manager and will play a hands‑on role in supporting the month‑end close process while partnering on initiatives to innovate, streamline, and automate accounting workflows. The ideal candidate is eager to build a strong accounting foundation, take ownership of core close responsibilities, and leverage modern tools—including AI and automation—to drive efficiency and accuracy across the accounting function.You WillPrepare and post routine and recurring journal entries to support the monthly close processAssist with month‑end close activities, including reconciliations, variance analysis, and supporting schedulesPerform balance sheet account reconciliations and investigate reconciling items in a timely mannerSupport the Accounting Transformation Manager in identifying opportunities to automate, standardize, and improve accounting processesPartner on the design and implementation of AI‑enabled tools, workflows, and reporting solutions to improve efficiency and data qualityAssist with maintaining and improving documentation of accounting processes and controlsSupport internal and external audit requests by preparing schedules and providing supporting documentationCollaborate cross‑functionally with AP, FP&A, and other operational teams as neededContribute to ad hoc accounting projects and continuous improvement initiativesYou Must HaveSolid understanding of core accounting principles and basic U.S. GAAP conceptsStrong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlinesProficiency in Excel, including formulas, lookups, and basic data analysisInterest in learning and applying automation, AI tools, and emerging accounting technologiesComfortable working in a fast‑paced, evolving environment with hands‑on responsibilitiesStrong communication skills and willingness to collaborate and ask questionsCurious, proactive mindset with a desire to improve processes—not just execute themEducation & ExperienceBachelor's degree in Accounting1–2 years of accounting experienceExposure to ERP systems such as Microsoft d365 a plusCPA eligibility or intent to pursue CPA is a plus, but not requiredA reasonable salary estimate for this role based on experience, education, and geographic location is: $65,000–$71,000.CarParts.com is an equal‑opportunity employer. We enthusiastically accept our responsibility to make employment decisions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws and ordinances. Our management is dedicated to ensuring that we fulfill this policy with respect to hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, recruitment advertising, pay, and other forms of compensation, training, and general treatment during employment.#J-18808-Ljbffr