Staff Accountant

Barnes & Noble Education • Columbia, MO • 1d ago

Education - It's in Our DNA

At MBS, our primary goal is to provide customers with state-of-the-art technology, maintain genuine partnerships, and offer superior knowledge of the textbook industry in an effort to simplify course material distribution for educational institutions. That's why we employ dedicated teams of customer service and sales representatives, and operations personnel to ensure each of our customers are offered the same attention to detail.

We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team! In this role, you will help ensure accurate and timely financial records, prepare and analyze accounting data, assist with month-end and year-end close processes, and provide management with reliable financial insights to support decision-making.

How You'll Make an Impact

Prepare accruals, general ledger journal entries, and account reconciliations as part of monthly and quarterly close and reporting processes.

Analyze general ledger accounts, financial statements, and supporting schedules to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with GAAP.

Assist in the preparation of financial statements and management reports.

Review account activity and prepare adjusting journal entries as needed.

Support internal and external audits by providing accurate and timely documentation.

Prepare various financial reports and reconciliations for management review.

Identify opportunities for process improvements and help implement efficiencies.

Perform additional responsibilities as required.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.

1-3 years of accounting experience, with a solid grasp of financial accounting principles.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with keen attention to detail.

Highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Excellent communication skills, able to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.

How We Elevate Our Employees

We believe your success is our success, and we're committed to supporting you in every aspect of life. At MBS, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our full-time employees receive access to medical, dental, and vision coverage; a 401(k) plan; life and disability insurance; earned time off and holidays; and a broad range of additional benefits.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

At MBS we empower everyone. Our mission is to support students, faculty, and schools, serving as a catalyst to meet the evolving needs of the education system and a new generation of students. That starts with fostering an environment for our employees where diversity and individuality is celebrated.

MBS is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. In the spirit of inclusivity, qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ethnicity, ability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, nationality, protected veteran status, race, religion or sexual orientation.

Job Locations US-MO-Columbia

Requisition Post Information* : Posted Date 1 week ago (1/28/2026 12:45 PM)

Requisition ID 2026-21521

Category (Portal Searching) Finance & Accounting

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