Description
About Us
The leading global trade association dedicated to advancing convenience and fuel retailing, NACS advances the role of convenience stores as positive economic, social and philanthropic contributors to the communities they serve and is a trusted adviser to retailer and supplier members from more than 50 countries. The U.S. convenience store industry, with more than 152,000 stores nationwide selling fuel, food and merchandise, conducts 160 million transactions daily and had sales of $860 billion in 2023. A member-driven organization, NACS has 70-plus employees and an annual operating budget of approximately $60 million.
NACS supports the industry through its media platforms, advocacy efforts, research, events, products & services, and industry initiatives, helping members stay informed and connected. NACS Media is the voice that connects the convenience and fuel retailing industry through various channels, including its award-winning monthly publication NACS Magazine, NACS Daily e-newsletter and other modern media such as its weekly Convenience Matters podcast and Convenience Corner blog. This is where ideas are shared, products are launched, and consumer needs are solved.
NACS also is a hub for cutting-edge research, insightful analysis, innovative educational opportunities and key industry initiatives that aim to advance the future of convenience and fuel retailing, including the NACS Show, one of the largest annual tradeshows in the country; more than a dozen targeted and regional events; 5 executive education programs at ivy-league universities and extensive advocacy to both elected leaders and the general public. Here is more about what it’s like to work at NACS.
Position Overview
The Accounting Manager will report to the Director of Accounting and be a key member of the Accounting team. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and compliance with accounting policies across NACS. This position supports both internal and external stakeholders and contributes to budgeting, audits, and ongoing financial operations.
Scope of Core Responsibilities
The Accounting Manager’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Manage day-to-day functions, including cash management and reporting, General Ledger analysis, collecting payments, and processing and following up on customer invoices
- Prepare annual audit schedules of internal controls and financial details and manage audit process
- Answer financial questions from external and internal customers by researching and interpreting data
- Understand, manage, and ensure compliance with accounting policies and internal controls across all affiliates
- Complete monthly bank and account reconciliations
- Assist with financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and ongoing internal and external reporting
- Maintain archival records and monitor vendor status in compliance with policy
- Monitor budget and accounting transactions recorded in the general ledger
- Perform reconciliations of significant account balances including A/R, A/P, fixed assets, prepaid expenses, and current liabilities and preparation of adjustments as needed
- Prepare, review and record General Ledger entries while maintaining accurate supporting documentation
- Manage account balances and perform variance and activity analyses
- Reconcile and record journal entries from third party vendors
- Review and approve cash receipts/invoice batches
- Follow up with overdue invoices and collect payments
- Complete customer forms and other ad hoc requests
- Assist in performing variance and trend analysis for key general ledge accounts or reports, including variances to forecast, budget and prior year
Requirements:
- A bachelor’s degree in accounting with 3 - 6 years of progressive accounting experience related to the duties and responsibilities outlined above
- Experience in multiple facets of accounting, with the ability to learn and adapt quickly
- Proven ability to work effectively with employees at all levels and align with the culture of the organization
- Strong time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- A creative problem solver, detail-oriented, self-directed, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and follow-up skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office Products
- A working knowledge of Sage Intacct or similar accounting software
Desirable:
- Active CPA or M.S. in Accounting
- Public accounting experience
- Strong general business background and experience in a membership-based organization
- Experience in rental property management
- Experience with web-based customer relationship databases (ex. Protech or Avectra)
NACS Culture
We hugely value, invest in and are devoted to the constructive culture that we’ve built and work on every day at NACS. Almost everything we do requires broad, multi-department collaboration to ideate and execute creative initiatives that deliver compelling value to our members and our industry. What that requires is a relatively flat organizational structure that empowers teammates at different levels from all departments to constructively engage and support each other. Titles really don’t matter in such an organization. What matters is a culture of constructive behaviors that relishes divergent perspectives to craft well thought-out initiatives and then come together to execute them. NACS Values:
- Do the right thing
- Focus long term
- In their terms
- Be fiscally responsible
- Strive for excellence
The NACS Culture is highly collaborative, and we are better when we are together. NACS is a culture that believes in working together from the office.
Other Pertinent Information
- Comprehensive Benefits Package
- Salary commensurate with experience
- Approximately 10% travel
- In-Office Position w/ Work From Anywhere (WFA) Days
- Metro Accessible – 2 blocks from King Street metro
NACS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis. All applicants will be considered for all positions on the basis of qualifications and without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, and any other legally protected status.
As the leading global trade association for convenience and fuel retailers, NACS advances the role of convenience stores as positive economic, social and philanthropic contributors to the communities they serve and is a trusted adviser to its retailer and supplier members from more than 50 countries. The U.S. convenience store industry, with more than 152,000 stores, conducts more than 160 million transactions daily and had sales of $860 billion in 2023. For more information, visit convenience.org. Follow NACS on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
Requirements
Scope of Core Responsibilities
The Accounting Manager’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Manage day-to-day functions, including cash management and reporting, General Ledger analysis, collecting payments, and processing and following up on customer invoices
- Prepare annual audit schedules of internal controls and financial details and manage audit process
- Answer financial questions from external and internal customers by researching and interpreting data
- Understand, manage, and ensure compliance with accounting policies and internal controls across all affiliates
- Complete monthly bank and account reconciliations
- Assist with financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and ongoing internal and external reporting
- Maintain archival records and monitor vendor status in compliance with policy
- Monitor budget and accounting transactions recorded in the general ledger
- Perform reconciliations of significant account balances including A/R, A/P, fixed assets, prepaid expenses, and current liabilities and preparation of adjustments as needed
- Prepare, review and record General Ledger entries while maintaining accurate supporting documentation
- Manage account balances and perform variance and activity analyses
- Reconcile and record journal entries from third party vendors
- Review and approve cash receipts/invoice batches
- Follow up with overdue invoices and collect payments
- Complete customer forms and other ad hoc requests
- Assist in performing variance and trend analysis for key general ledge accounts or reports, including variances to forecast, budget and prior year
Requirements:
- A bachelor’s degree in accounting with 3 - 6 years of progressive accounting experience related to the duties and responsibilities outlined above
- Experience in multiple facets of accounting, with the ability to learn and adapt quickly
- Proven ability to work effectively with employees at all levels and align with the culture of the organization
- Strong time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- A creative problem solver, detail-oriented, self-directed, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and follow-up skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office Products
- A working knowledge of Sage Intacct or similar accounting software
Desirable:
- Active CPA or M.S. in Accounting
- Public accounting experience
- Strong general business background and experience in a membership-based organization
- Experience in rental property management
- Experience with web-based customer relationship databases (ex. Protech or Avectra)
