TPS Group Holdings, a family of brands including The Paper Store and Uncharted, is dedicated to creating destinations that inspire, delight, and surprise. Our mission is to connect with every customer through carefully chosen products, immersive shopping experiences, and service that goes the extra mile.
Position Overview: The Staff Accountant is responsible for, but not limited to, fixed assets, lease accounting, general ledger journal entries and accruals, account reconciliations and general accounting operations. The position also supports treasury management as needed.
The Staff Accountant reports directly to the Accounting Manager
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Be a TPS brand ambassador
- Gather and analyze information to prepare timely and accurate general ledger entries; maintain high-quality books and records to support internal and external audit requirements
- Manage fixed assets, including additions, dispositions, monthly depreciation, and record maintenance
- Assist with inventory accounting and reconciliations, including support for physical inventory and cycle counts across stores and the distribution center
- Support month-end close and financial statement preparation
- Assist with treasury operations and complete bank reconciliations
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal reporting requirements and tax filings, including personal property and sales taxes
- Provide ad-hoc analysis and reporting as requested by management
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
- 1+ years of professional accounting experience
- Self-motivated and detail-oriented
- Proficient in Excel; experience with Great Plains, Aptos, or a similar ERP is a plus
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Effective time management and ability to meet deadlines
- Ability to work on-site 3+ days per week at our Corporate Office in Acton, MA
The Paper Store is an equal-opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, veteran status, or any other classification protected by state, local or federal law.
Please be aware that any pay ranges displayed on The Paper Store's job postings are to accommodate the wide range of candidate experience, store sales volume and geography.
Qualifications
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
- 3-5 years of professional accounting experience
- Self-motivated, detail-oriented
- PC proficiency and expertise in MS Excel
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Effective time management and deadline-driven
- Ability to work 3+ days/week at the Corporate Office in Acton, MA
- Professional presentation in attire, demeanor, and appearance
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
- 1+ years of professional accounting experience
- 3–5 years of professional accounting experience
- Self-motivated and detail-oriented
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- PC proficiency
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Effective time management and ability to meet deadlines
- Ability to work on-site at least 3 days per week at the corporate office in Acton, Massachusetts
- Professional presentation in attire, demeanor, and appearance
- Experience with Great Plains, Aptos, or a similar ERP
The Paper Store Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about The Paper Store and has not been reviewed or approved by The Paper Store.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Employee discount and occasional appreciation events are seen as meaningful lifestyle perks that add tangible value. These perks can make roles feel more appealing for part‑time or entry‑level employees.
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Retirement Support — Access to a 401(k) plan with a company match is available to eligible staff. This provides a baseline for long‑term savings despite mixed views on overall compensation.
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Healthcare Strength — Full‑time roles include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, and life/disability insurance, with company‑paid short‑term disability noted. The breadth of coverage reflects a standard, comprehensive retail benefits offering.
The Paper Store Insights
What We Do
The Paper Store is a family-founded, privately-held American specialty gift retailer based in Acton, Massachusetts. It operates over 100 stores across the Northeast, Florida, and Illinois, offering a curated selection of on-trend brands and products. The company provides a unique, boutique-style shopping experience catering to contemporary suburban families with a diverse range of items, including apparel, accessories, jewelry, stationery, and other unique gifts.
