Staff Accountant Jobs

The position of Staff Accountant offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment. The successful candidate must possess well-rounded accounting experience, along with strong analytical and general ledger knowledge. The primary responsibilities will be to perform all detailed general ledger accounting functions and analysis for certain areas of the Company’s Retail business. Additionally, the candidate will be responsible for providing accounting assistance in support of all facets of the closing and reporting process, streamlining procedures, and assisting with SOX internal control process for the retail business.
Responsibilities

• Assist in the design of process improvements and best practices
• Update and create capitalizations schedules for new leases
• Review monthly rent payments along with associated charges
• Prepare monthly income statements and expense reporting
• Partner with the operating departments to perform close activities and review/understand key drivers of the results
• Assist in the accumulation and preparation of the monthly financial reporting package containing information required for external annual audits
• Accumulate and review/analyze the monthly financial results and prepare variance analysis, as appropriate or requested
• Prepare monthly detailed reconciliations and account analysis
• Assist with ad-hoc assignments and special projects
• Analyze and prepare journal entries and accruals
• Maintain and close general ledger on a monthly basis
• Assist with the audit process by completing requested schedules and partnering closely with external auditors
• Maintain and review documented procedures and ensure compliance with SOX/GAAP requirements

Skills And Knowledge

• Strong ability to work as a team and independently (when required).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Strong time-management skills, and ability to adhere to tight deadlines during the month-end close process
• Experienced in managing and driving improvements and change within an accounting/finance function
• Results orientated, flexible, resourceful, and self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple deliverables and work streams
• Retail or Wholesale experience a plus (but not required)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• BS in Accounting required; MBA, CPA or individual sitting for the CPA Exam is a plus
• Must be capable of working at a detailed level in a hands-on environment
• Strong analytical and detail-oriented background
• Must have knowledge of ERP Systems (NetSuite a plus)
• 2-3 years of experience – Ideally, will be a mix of Public/private US GAAP experience