About this opportunity
Cart.com lists this Merchant of Record - Accountant opportunity in tennessee, Tennessee. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
We provide the digital and physical infrastructure that empowers thousands of leading B2C, B2B and public sector organizations to unify commerce operations from product discovery to product delivery.
We’re building toward a world where commerce has no bounds. Our enterprise-grade software, services and logistics infrastructure, including our own network of omnichannel fulfillment and distribution centers, enable merchants to navigate an increasingly complex operating landscape and drive efficient growth.
To achieve it, we’re looking for entrepreneurial, innovative and determined teammates who are eager to help our growing base of customers simplify their commerce operations and seamlessly reach their own customers, wherever they are. 6,000+ customers worldwide
~17 warehouses nationwide, totaling over 10 million square feet of space
~ Headquartered in Houston, TX with international offices in Mexico and Poland
com is building a company that is committed to living out these 6 core values:
Be brand obsessed: Our lives are shaped by the brands we interact with daily. We obsess over the brands we serve, and about the things they care about.
Think beyond the box: “We’ve always done it that way” is not a phrase uttered often at our office. We create creative solutions to complex problems.
great building blocks to an amazing brand story.
Communication is the bedrock of our community.
We’ve built a team that prides itself on diversity of thought and background. We'll use AI in parts of our process and we think you should feel free to use it too — for research, prep, whatever helps. Remote:
The Merchant of Record (MoR) Accountan t will provide end-to-end ownership of Cart.com’s Merchant of Record accounting operations. This role is responsible for the integrity and accuracy of payment processing, settlements, tax compliance, financial reconciliations, and operational controls across MoR brands.
The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and combines strong accounting fundamentals with payments operations expertise. This individual will serve as the primary accounting and operational owner of the MoR process, helping scale the business while maintaining robust financial controls and compliance standards.
Merchant of Record Operations & Financial Oversight
Own the accounting and operational oversight of Merchant of Record activities across supported brands.
Monitor and resolve urgent payment exceptions, including settlement failures, payment holds, chargebacks, and significant refunds.
Maintain rigorous transaction-level review processes to minimize errors, prevent revenue leakage, and ensure financial accuracy.
Serve as the primary liaison for payment processing, settlements, reconciliations, tax compliance, and financial reporting related to MoR operations.
Reconciliations & Financial Controls
Perform and oversee reconciliations between payment platforms, banking activity, operational systems, and the general ledger.
Support month-end close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and reporting.
Tax & Compliance
Ensure accurate sales tax collection, remittance, and reporting across applicable jurisdictions.
Manage tax configurations and coordinate with internal and external partners to maintain compliance.
Support audits and regulatory inquiries related to payment operations and Merchant of Record activities.
Process Improvement & Documentation
Develop, maintain, and enhance accounting policies, operational procedures, and internal controls.
Able to act with urgency while maintaining compliance, risk management, and financial controls.
~ Demonstrates integrity, accountability, and strong financial stewardship.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
~ Three to seven years of experience in payments operations, merchant services, accounting, finance, or a related field within e-commerce, SaaS, digital goods, marketplace, or technology-enabled services.
~ Strong understanding of payment processing, settlements, merchant accounts, and financial controls.
~ Hands-on experience preparing reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close support.
~ Advanced Excel skills and experience analyzing large datasets.
~ Working knowledge of SQL and reporting or analytics tools.
Prior experience supporting or operating a Merchant of Record model or managing MoR vendors and platforms.
~ Experience with payment platforms such as Stripe, Braintree, PayPal, or similar providers.
~ Familiarity with tax automation solutions such as Avalara, TaxJar, or comparable systems.
~ Experience with ERP platforms such as Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, NetSuite, or similar applications.
~ com sponsorship through any non-immigrant visa category such as the H-1B, H-1B1, E-3, O-1, or TN.
All hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or transfer visas for applicants.
#We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Who can apply
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