Position Title: Staff Accountant
Department: Finance Department
Location: Newark, NJ 90%/ NYC 10%
Hours: Mon.
through Fri.
(40hrs) Some OT as required
Work Environment: Hybrid M/T/TH in Office
Key Objective: To assist in all aspects of the financial accounting for a small office space business.
Position Summary
The Staff Accountant will work in the Finance Department reporting to the Finance Manager, w The role will be responsible for assisting in a variety of accounting related duties including the preparation of various journal entries, monthly closing, client billing and correspondence, analysis and account reconciliations, the annual audit, and supporting the annual budgeting process.
Principal Responsibilities
Compile and analyze financial information to prepare and record journal entries and maintain schedules and other supporting documentation.
Perform accurate and timely monthly reconciliations of general ledger balances, including accounts receivable and security deposit reconciliations, and resolve any discrepancies in a timely manner.
Support management in the creation of financial forecasts including the annual budget.
Prepare monthly reports and analyze financial information including budget versus actual variance analysis.
Responsible for monthly client billing, processing payments, reviewing late fees, and client correspondence.
Assist with the annual financial audit.
Research and provide information for various ad-hoc inquiries by researching and interpreting data.
Support the Controller and Assistant Controller with other miscellaneous analysis/requests as needed.
Ensure that information is complete, accurate, and timely and in accordance with company guidelines.
Minimum Education and Background Requirements
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
Background / Skills:
Intern -2 years of accounting experience with a strong understanding of general accounting concepts.
Detail oriented, organized, self-starter with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel.
Experience with Workday a plus.