Staff Accountant

Our client is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join their growing accounting team!

Salary/Hourly Rate:

$25 – $28/hr

Position Overview:

The Staff Accountant should have a minimum of 2 year of general accounting experience and be able to work a hybrid schedule in the clients New York City office. The Staff Accountant will help maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, prepare and record asset, liability, revenue, and expenses entries.

Responsibilities of the Staff Accountant:

• Prepare and process journal entries, reconcile and maintain balance sheet and income statement accounts
• Assist with the preparation of financial statements and reports
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes
• Help ensure the timely and accurate reporting of financial information to management
• Help maintain internal controls and ensure compliance with GAAP
• Assist with the preparation and filing of sales tax returns
• Participate in ad-hoc projects and perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications for the Staff Accountant:

• Minimum of 2 years of general accounting experience
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP and accounting principles
• Experience with bookkeeping, journal entries, and financial reporting
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy and ability to multitask
• Experience with QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel and any other accounting software is a plus
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Strong work ethic, self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced environment

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field is required

Benefits:

• Client provided benefits, upon eligibility