POSITION SUMMARY (Objective/Purpose of Position): The Staff Accountant – Corporate Accounting position is responsible for assisting with the accurate and timely recording of accounting transactions for the Company’s Retail division, for analyzing accounting data and preparing reports for management, and for preparing month-end journal entries and general ledger account reconciliations.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
(List in order of importance, indicate the essential responsibility and the % of time dedicated to each. (Cumulative total Essential and Non-Essential Functions must add up to 100%, no responsibility should be less than 5%)
· Ensure timely reconciliation of general ledger accounts including cash, accounts receivable, prepaid assets, accrued liabilities and deferred income balances. 30%
· Participate in the month-end variance analysis process, completing in-depth analysis of assigned financial statement items, coordinating variance responses from operational and corporate departments and communicating these results to management. 25%
· Analyze and record accurate month-end financial accruals, review accruals processed by other departments and prepare other month-end entries. 20%
· Assist in the preparation of comparative trial balances, consolidating schedules and other workpapers used in the review and analysis of monthly financial statements and used annually for the external audit. 15%
· Coordinate the preparation of journal entries and financial statements for various subsidiaries, serving as a liaison for teams working in other locations. 10%
· ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED
EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:
(List the MIINIMUM education and experience requirements to perform the essential functions of the position)
Minimum Degree Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting / Finance
Preferred Degree: N/A
Certificate(s) or License(s): N/A
Experience: 2+ years in accounting / finance
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY:
(List the MINIMUM knowledge, skills and ability required to perform the essential functions of the position):
· Positive, solutions-oriented attitude with a drive for excellence
· Ability to set, measure and consistently achieve goals within established timelines
· Ability to communicate clearly both in written and verbal interactions
· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
· Experience with advanced formulas and pivot tables in Excel
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
N/A
Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Full Time Benefits Summary:
Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Account
- Voluntary benefits
- 401k Retirement Savings
- Paid holidays
- Paid vacation
- Paid sick time
- Bass Pro Cares Fund
- And more!
Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Reasonable Accommodations
Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact us at [email protected].
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
- At least 2 years of experience in accounting or finance
- Experience with advanced Excel formulas and pivot tables
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to meet goals within established timelines
Bass Pro Shops Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Bass Pro Shops and has not been reviewed or approved by Bass Pro Shops.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes medical, dental, and vision with HSA/FSA options and an advertised employer HSA credit for eligible plans. Wellness programs plus life and disability insurance provide additional coverage.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid vacation, sick time, and holiday pay are available for eligible team members. Hourly employees have seen enhancements to early‑tenure paid time off in recent updates.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Substantial merchandise discounts and savings at company restaurants, resorts, and attractions are a standout perk. A hardship fund offers one‑time grants for qualified needs.
Bass Pro Shops Insights
What We Do
Bass Pro Shops is North America’s premier outdoor and conservation company. Founded in 1972 when Johnny Morris began selling tackle out of his father’s liquor store in Springfield, Missouri, today we provide customers with premier destination retail in more than 150 locations across North America. In 2017 Bass Pro Shops acquired Cabela’s to create a “best-of-the-best” experience with superior products, dynamic locations and outstanding customer service. Guided by the visionary leadership of our founder and CEO Johnny Morris, Bass Pro Shops is making a significant impact in on the future of conservation and the communities we serve. More than 40 years after Johnny began helping people connect with nature through a tiny bait shop, our conservation mission is to inspire people to enjoy, love and conserve the great outdoors. Beyond retail, Bass Pro Shops also operates White River Marine Group, the world’s largest manufacturer of boats, plus award-winning resorts and nature destinations including Big Cedar Lodge, America’s Premier Wilderness Resort. Our passion for connecting people to nature extends to our CLUB program where customers earn points toward free gear and experiences, and a series of not-for-profit conservation attractions.









