Job Summary:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Staff Accountant to support our company’s financial operations through day-to-day accounting activities. In this role, you will maintain accurate financial records, reconcile accounts, prepare financial reports, process invoices, and assist with accounts payable and receivable tasks. We value individuals who are highly organized, reliable, and attentive to detail. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest and background in the inner workings of the finance function. If you are eager to use your expertise to enhance a finance department’s processes and efficiency, we invite you to apply to join our expanding Finance team!

REQUIREMENTS

• 2 years of experience in accounting or finance.
• Strong knowledge of basic accounting principles.
• Experience utilizing QuickBooks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other accounting software.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• This position is Hybrid. You must be able to commute to our New York City, metropolitan area office for weekly in-office days.

Nice to have: (Preferred Skills, Knowledge, and Education)

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience implementing new Finance and Accounting systems.
• Experience using automation to improve the flow of data between systems.
• Executive Assistant experience.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records using accounting software.
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
• Perform bank reconciliations and ensure proper classification and coding of expenses.
• Assist in the preparation of financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
• Monitor and reconcile credit card transactions.
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Provide support in ad-hoc financial and accounting projects.
• Assist with other duties such as reporting, and general assistance to the finance department.
• Coordinate and maintain vendor and customer profiles, ensuring systematic filing and management of contracts