Famous Smoke Shop

Junior Accountant Junior Accountant Full-Time On-Site Easton, PA About the Role With roots dating back to 1939, Famous Smoke Shop-PA, Inc. and Cigar Works, LLC, doing business as Famous Cigars, is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Junior Accountant to join our Finance & Accounting team in Easton, PA. This is an entry-level to early-career accounting opportunity for someone looking to build a strong foundation in accounting while gaining hands-on exposure to multiple areas of the business. The Junior Accountant will support account reconciliations, month-end close, inventory accounting, retail and food & beverage accounting, transaction review, and other general accounting activities. You will work closely with the Financial Reporting Manager and other members of the Finance & Accounting team while partnering with departments across Retail Operations, Food & Beverage, Purchasing, Fulfillment, and other areas of the Company. Because our business includes e-commerce, retail, hospitality, inventory management, fulfillment, and distribution, this role provides exposure to several areas of accounting rather than limiting you to one narrow function. What You'll Do Financial Reporting & Month-End Close Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities. Prepare routine journal entries and supporting documentation. Prepare account reconciliations under the direction of senior accounting staff. Review general ledger activity and identify items requiring follow-up. Assist with schedules used in financial reporting. Research account discrepancies and help resolve reconciling items. Organize supporting documentation for internal and external audit requests. Assist with maintaining accounting procedures and supporting internal controls. Retail & Food & Beverage Accounting Assist with accounting for our retail and food & beverage operations. Reconcile daily point-of-sale activity, including sales, payments, discounts, gift cards, and other tender types. Compare POS reports to deposits, payment processor activity, and accounting records. Review cash reports and identify discrepancies requiring follow-up. Assist with daily and monthly sales reconciliations. Help reconcile food & beverage sales, purchases, inventory usage, and expenses. Prepare supporting schedules for food cost and profitability analysis. Partner with accounting and operational teams to research transaction differences. Inventory Accounting Assist with inventory accounting across e-commerce, retail, and food & beverage operations. Help reconcile inventory records between operational systems and the general ledger. Review inventory adjustments and prepare supporting documentation. Assist with researching inventory discrepancies, shrinkage, and variances. Support inventory costing and valuation processes. Participate in physical inventory counts and cycle counts. Compile and analyze inventory count results. Work with Purchasing, Warehouse, Retail, and other departments to help resolve inventory differences. Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable Support Assist with invoice review, coding, and accounting documentation. Provide backup support for Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable activities. Assist with customer and vendor account reconciliations. Research routine invoice, payment, and account discrepancies. Maintain accurate supporting documentation and accounting records. Additional Accounting Support Assist with payment processor and merchant account reconciliations. Support payroll journal entries and payroll-related reconciliations. Assist with labor-cost reporting and supporting schedules. Help prepare documentation for sales tax, tobacco excise tax, and other regulatory filings. Assist with shipping, freight, and fulfillment expense reconciliations. Review invoices and reports for completeness and accuracy. Maintain accounting schedules, files, and supporting documentation. Assist with data gathering and analysis for accounting and operational projects. Participate in ERP, reporting, process-improvement, and other cross-functional projects. Perform other accounting duties and special projects as assigned. What We're Looking For Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience. Basic understanding of accounting principles and GAAP. Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel. Comfort working with numbers, spreadsheets, and financial data. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Good organizational and time-management skills. Ability to follow established procedures and meet deadlines. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Willingness to learn and take on increasing levels of responsibility. Ability to work effectively as part of a team. Preferred Qualifications These qualifications are helpful but are not required for consideration: 0-2 years of accounting, bookkeeping, internship, or related business experience. Accounting internship or other entry-level accounting experience. Experience preparing or assisting with account reconciliations. Exposure to retail, restaurant, hospitality, inventory, or e-commerce operations. Familiarity with point-of-sale systems. Experience with NetSuite or another ERP/accounting system. Exposure to Accounts Payable or Accounts Receivable. Experience with Excel functions such as PivotTables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, SUMIFS, and basic data analysis. Exposure to inventory accounting, sales tax, or other regulatory reporting. Recent accounting and finance graduates are encouraged to apply. Why This Role Is a Great Place to Start Your Accounting Career This position provides an opportunity to build a broad accounting foundation rather than beginning your career in a narrowly defined accounting role. You will gain hands-on exposure to areas including: General ledger accounting and month-end close Account reconciliations Financial reporting Retail and hospitality accounting Inventory accounting Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable E-commerce operations Payment processing Payroll accounting Tax and regulatory compliance Fulfillment and distribution Internal controls and process improvement As you develop your accounting knowledge and demonstrate the ability to take on increasingly complex assignments, there will be opportunities to assume greater responsibility and progress toward a Staff Accountant role. Work Location This is a full-time, on-site position based in Easton, Pennsylvania. Benefits Eligible employees have access to the following benefits: Medical insurance with multiple plan options. Dental and vision insurance. Company-paid basic life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance. Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage. 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match, available after one year of service. Optional employee-paid supplemental life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance. Benefits are subject to applicable eligibility requirements, waiting periods, and plan terms. Equal Employment Opportunity Famous Cigars is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based on any protected status under applicable law and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. Compensation details: 0 Yearly Salary PIaadb-4530

Staff Accountant (On-site - Easton, PA) Staff Accountant Full-Time Easton, PA On-Site About the Role With roots dating back to 1939, Famous Smoke Shop-PA, Inc. and Cigar Works, LLC, doing business as Famous Cigars, is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Staff Accountant to join our Finance & Accounting team in Easton, PA. This role will support financial reporting, month-end close, account reconciliations, inventory accounting, retail and food & beverage operations, and other accounting and compliance activities. The Staff Accountant will work closely with the Financial Reporting Manager as well as teams across Retail Operations, Food & Beverage, Purchasing, and other areas of the business. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who wants exposure beyond traditional general ledger accounting and is interested in understanding how business operations translate into financial results. Our business includes e-commerce, retail, hospitality, inventory management, fulfillment, and distribution, providing the opportunity to develop broad accounting and operational experience. What You'll Do Financial Reporting & Month-End Close Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes. Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules. Review account activity and investigate unusual transactions or variances. Assist with financial reporting and management analysis. Support internal and external audit requests. Help improve financial reporting processes and internal controls. Retail & Food & Beverage Accounting Support accounting for retail store and food & beverage operations. Reconcile daily point-of-sale activity, including sales, payments, discounts, gift cards, and other tender types. Review cash reports and investigate discrepancies. Assist with sales and revenue reconciliations. Reconcile food & beverage sales, inventory usage, and related expenses. Assist with food cost, inventory usage, profitability, and variance analysis. Inventory Accounting Support inventory accounting across e-commerce, retail, and food & beverage operations. Reconcile inventory records between operational systems and the general ledger. Analyze inventory adjustments, shrinkage, and variances. Assist with inventory valuation and costing analysis. Participate in physical inventory counts and cycle counts. Partner with operational teams to investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies. Additional Accounting Support Provide backup support for Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable. Assist with payment processor and merchant account reconciliations. Support payroll journal entries, reconciliations, and labor-cost reporting. Assist with sales tax, tobacco excise tax, and other regulatory reporting and documentation. Review shipping and freight invoices and assist with fulfillment and distribution expense reporting. Participate in ERP, reporting, process-improvement, and other cross-functional projects. What We're Looking For Required Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Understanding of GAAP and fundamental accounting principles. Strong Excel skills and comfort working with financial data. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with accounting and operational teams. Preferred 2-4 years of accounting experience. Experience with retail, restaurant, hospitality, or food & beverage accounting. Experience reconciling POS transactions or sales activity. Inventory accounting experience. Experience with NetSuite or another ERP system. Experience in an e-commerce or distribution environment. Exposure to sales tax or other regulatory compliance activities. What Makes This Role Different This position offers the opportunity to develop accounting experience across several areas of the business rather than working within one narrow accounting function. You will gain exposure to financial reporting, operational accounting, retail and hospitality operations, inventory management, e-commerce, distribution, and internal controls while working directly with both Finance and operational teams. Benefits Eligible employees have access to the following benefits: Medical insurance with multiple plan options. Dental and vision insurance. Company-paid basic life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance. Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage. 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match, available after one year of service. Optional employee-paid supplemental life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance. Benefits are subject to applicable eligibility requirements, waiting periods, and plan terms. Equal Employment Opportunity Famous Cigars is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based on any protected status under applicable law and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. Compensation details: 0 Yearly Salary PIa8aaa4a6f0f4-7582

Accounting Assistant Accounting Assistant Full-Time On-Site Easton, PA About the role With roots dating back to 1939, Famous Smoke Shop-PA, Inc. and Cigar Works, LLC, doing business as Famous Cigars, are seeking an Accounting Assistant to support daily accounting activities and build practical experience with reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close. This entry-level opportunity is suited to someone with limited related experience or a bookkeeping background who wants to develop their accounting skills. You will work under the direction and review of experienced accounting staff. A college degree is not required. Training and feedback are part of the role, with opportunities to take on more responsibility as your skills develop. Initial focus and development The initial assignment is expected to be fully focused on Cigar Works, LLC, supporting the Famous retail store and Leaf restaurant and lounge. As you become proficient, we anticipate approximately 50% of your work will continue to support Cigar Works, with the remaining time supporting the broader Famous Smoke Shop business. The timing and allocation will depend on your progress and business needs. What you will do Assist with daily and monthly bank, cash, credit-card, and payment-platform reconciliations. Help reconcile retail and restaurant and bar sales activity, with e-commerce responsibilities added as your scope expands. Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities; review invoices and supporting records for accuracy. Prepare routine journal entries, account reconciliations, and accounting schedules for review and approval. Assist with month-end close, including accruals, prepaid expense schedules, and inventory-related accounting and reporting. Research differences between accounting records and operating systems, document findings, and bring unresolved items to the reviewing accountant. Prepare recurring Excel reports, maintain organized workpapers, and gather documents for audit and tax requests. Learn company accounting systems and internal controls, and assist with other accounting and finance projects as assigned. What you will bring Limited related work experience or practical bookkeeping experience. A college degree or formal accounting education is not required. Comfort working with numbers and financial records, and a willingness to learn accounting principles and procedures. Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and the ability to organize and review financial information. Attention to detail, strong organization, and the willingness to ask questions, learn new systems, and apply feedback. Clear written and verbal communication and the ability to handle confidential information appropriately. Helpful but not required Some college coursework in accounting, business, or a related subject, or a related degree. Internship, bookkeeping, office, retail, or hospitality experience. Experience with Excel formulas, pivot tables, lookups, or an ERP or accounting system. What you will learn You will learn to prepare accounting work that can be reviewed and traced back to supporting records. You will begin with retail and restaurant operations, learning how sales, payments, expenses, and inventory affect the financial statements before expanding into other parts of the business. Benefits Eligible employees have access to the following benefits: Medical insurance with multiple plan options. Dental and vision insurance. Company-paid basic life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance. Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage. 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match, available after one year of service. Optional employee-paid supplemental life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance. Benefits are subject to applicable eligibility requirements, waiting periods, and plan terms. Work location and application This is a full-time, on-site position in Easton, Pennsylvania. Submit your resume through this posting. Coursework, academic projects, internships, and other transferable experience are welcome. Famous Smoke Shop is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law. Compensation details: 22-27 Hourly Wage PI12fe6-