E-Commerce Accountant

Job Type: Full-Time

Work Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM Pacific Time, with a 1-hour break

Salary: $1,200 per month

Job Overview: 

We are seeking a detail-oriented and results-driven E-Commerce Accountant to manage end-to-end accounts payable and accounts receivable functions for an e-commerce and wholesale business. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate financial records, timely processing of invoices and payments, reconciliation of e-commerce and marketplace transactions, and support for general accounting activities. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, experience in e-commerce accounting environments, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accounts Payable (AP)

• Process vendor invoices, obtain appropriate management approvals, match invoices to purchase orders, and ensure accurate coding

• Reconcile transactions across multiple online client portals and accounts

• Track, analyze, and reconcile both simple and complex transactions

• Schedule payments using open bill payment reports and manage vendor relationships

• Reconcile vendor statements, investigate discrepancies, and provide analytical insights for resolution

• Maintain financial security by adhering to internal controls and safeguarding financial records

• Prepare and analyze monthly and year-to-date department expense and budget variance reports

• Accounts Receivable (AR)

• Generate and distribute customer invoices and statements

• Upload invoices to customer portals

• Prepare daily deposit reports by importing settlements, applying customer payments, and monitoring aging reports

• Contact delinquent accounts to secure payment and resolve billing issues

• Reconcile payments from e-commerce and marketplace channels, apply payments accurately, and identify discrepancies

• Monitor collections, reporting, and account reconciliations

• General Accounting Support

• Respond to inquiries from vendors and customers in a timely and professional manner

• Prepare and assist with sales tax returns

• Provide backup support for other accounting personnel as needed

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance preferred

• Minimum of three years of related experience; e-commerce and wholesale sales experience strongly preferred

• Experience in an accounting ERP system required; NetSuite and/or Oracle experience is highly preferred

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets

• Familiarity with e-commerce platforms and online marketplaces; experience with Amazon Seller Central is strongly preferred

• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

• Exceptional attention to detail

• Strong problem-solving and deductive reasoning abilities

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

• Results-oriented mindset with the ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities

• High level of integrity, honesty, and ethical standards

• Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to analyze problems and evaluate alternative solutions

Note: An NBI or police clearance will be required upon acceptance of the job offer.