Staff Accountant I

Staff Accountant I

Founded in 2000, FAM Brands designs, manufactures, and sells men's and women's sportswear and active wear apparel to major retailers, big box stores, and specialty boutiques across the country and throughout the world. Our portfolio of proprietary brands features Marika, Wildfox, Three Dots, and Balance Collection, while a partial list of licensing partners includes Orvis, Jessica Simpson, Eddie Bauer, and Woolrich.

With the capacity to produce over 75 million units per year, our mission continues to be making top-quality apparel accessible to everyone at an impressive value and an irresistible price.

That's the FAM Brands difference.

About the Role

The Staff Accountant I supports the day-to-day accounting operations of FAM Brands, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial data. This position plays a critical role in maintaining general ledger accounts, processing vendor invoices, performing reconciliations, and supporting the month-end close. You'll work closely with the Accounting team and cross-functional teams to ensure timely, compliant, and organized financial activity in a fast-paced, growing environment.

Key Responsibilities

General Accounting

Prepare, reconcile, and maintain general ledger accounts, including journal entries and month-end closing activities.

Conduct bank and account reconciliations, promptly resolving discrepancies and maintaining accurate financial data.

Assist with accruals, prepaid expenses, and fixed asset schedules.

Support preparation of monthly financial statements and management reports.

Accounts Payable

Review, verify, and process vendor invoices for accuracy, legitimacy, and proper authorization.

Match invoices with purchase orders and receiving reports to confirm goods were received before payment.

Enter approved invoices into the accounts payable system, schedule payments, and monitor deadlines to avoid late fees.

Maintain meticulous records of outstanding payables and supporting documentation for audits and compliance.

Reconcile vendor statements with ledger records, investigating and resolving discrepancies promptly.

Communicate with vendors regarding payment status, resolve invoice disputes, and maintain strong vendor relationships.

Collaboration & Process Improvement

Partner with departments such as Operations, HR, Production, and Logistics to ensure consistent and accurate accounting data.

Identify opportunities to enhance accounting processes, strengthen controls, and increase efficiency.

Assist with internal and external audit requests and ensure compliance with company policies.

Participate in special projects or other accounting-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.

13 years of accounting experience in a corporate environment, preferably within manufacturing, apparel, or consumer goods.

Solid understanding of GAAP and basic accounting principles.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (experience with NetSuite or Workday Financials a plus).

Strong organizational skills, high attention to detail, and commitment to accuracy.

Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Compensation Range

$30 - $30 USD

FAM Brands is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.