Retail Accountant

It All Starts with Our People

If you’re looking for a collaborative and flexible work environment that invests in your growth and success, you’ve come to the right place. At Valvoline Inc., it all starts with our people. That’s why we foster a welcoming workplace for all team members and encourage those from a wide variety of diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply.

Our highest priority is creating a welcoming workplace with team members from a wide variety of diverse backgrounds and experiences.

The Opportunity

The Retail Accountant is responsible for supporting accurate accounting and financial reporting for retail store operations. This role supports timely month-end close activities, maintains general ledger accuracy, prepares and analyzes financial results, and ensures compliance with U.S. GAAP, internal controls, and company policies. The Retail Accountant partners closely with Operations, FP&A, and internal stakeholders to support high-quality financial outcomes and continuous improvement across the retail business. 

How You’ll Make an Impact

In this role, you will:

In this role, you will: 

• Prepare, review, and post monthly journal entries related to retail store operations, including accruals, reclasses, and other routine accounting activities 
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts, investigate variances, and support timely resolution of outstanding items as part of the month-end close process 
• Prepare and analyze monthly financial results for retail store operations and provide insights to support business decision-making 
• Partner with Operations, FP&A, and other cross-functional teams to support accurate financial reporting and improve business processes 
• Support period-end close activities by ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and in accordance with company policies and accounting standards 
• Maintain and monitor controls, procedures, and documentation to support compliance with U.S. GAAP, internal controls, and company policies 
• Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules, reports, and supporting documentation 
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting, controls, and system utilization to drive efficiency and accuracy 

What You Will Need:

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience 
• 2–3+ years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in retail, multi-location, or other operationally complex environments 
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and core accounting principles 
• Experience with journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close processes 
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Experience supporting retail store operations or multi-location business environments 
• Experience working with ERP systems (e.g., SAP S/4HANA or equivalent) 
• Exposure to budgeting, forecasting, or operational partnership 

Skills & Competencies 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 
• Effective written and verbal communication 
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work independently 
• Continuous improvement mindset with a willingness to suggest and implement enhancements 
• Strong collaboration skills and ability to partner across functions 

Work Environment & Physical Requirements 

• Office or virtual office environment 
• Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods 
• Minimal physical effort required 
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions 

We Take Care of the WHOLE You

• Health insurance plans (medical, dental, vision)
• HSA and flexible spending accounts
• 401(k)  
• Incentive opportunity*
• Life insurance
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Paid vacation and holidays*
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discounts
• Tuition reimbursement*
• Adoption assistance*

*In addition to your salary, you are eligible for the Valvoline Incentive Plan (VIP) with a target of x% of eligible base salary earnings. The VIP is based upon Valvoline Inc. financial performance and provides a payout opportunity on an annual fiscal year basis (October 1 through September 30) and will be pro-rated from date of hire.

*Terms and conditions apply, and benefits may differ depending on position.

Your Path to Valvoline

Valvoline provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Join us in revolutionizing the automotive aftermarket industry while enjoying competitive benefits, a supportive work culture, and opportunities for advancement. Apply now and become an integral part of our journey at Valvoline.

The Company endeavors to make its recruitment process accessible to any and all users. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to applicants with disabilities to facilitate equal opportunity throughout the recruitment and selection process. Please contact Human Resources at 1.833.VVV.Report or email ECC@valvoline.com to make a request for reasonable accommodation during any aspect of the recruitment and selection process. The contact information is for accommodation requests only; do not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications.