Staff Accountant
Job Responsibilities
Enhance Technical Proficiency: Analyze and account for basic and complex transactions, such as lease amendments, financings, acquisitions, and dispositions in accordance with US GAAP.
ERM System Exposure: Record recurring monthly and quarterly journal entries for various processes and data points for Asset Management for reporting purposes.
Public Reporting Exposure: Coordinate with the financial reporting group during the quarter and year-end consolidation process by preparing and proofing disclosures in 10-Qs and 10-Ks to meet SEC filing deadlines.
Multi-task: Operate in a dynamic environment and prepare ad hoc account analyses and projects for various members of the closing group, many of whom come from a public accounting background.
Investor Relations: Assist in the preparation of data for the investor relations group and gain an understanding of the financials from their perspective.
International Portfolio Exposure: Handle foreign exchange impacts and frequently communicate with the international accounting team.
External Audit Assistance: Prepare supporting schedules for external auditors and respond to audit inquiries.
Growth Opportunity: Expand skillset as the role develops.
Requirements
Education: BS/BA in Accounting with the intention to become a CPA.
Attention to Detail: Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Skills: Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Motivation: Highly motivated and goal-oriented.
Teamwork: Ability to work well in a team setting.
Technical Proficiency: Proficient computer skills with advanced Microsoft Excel.
Additional Information
Public Accounting Experience: Not required but a definite plus.
SEC Experience: Not required but a definite plus.
CPA Status: Candidates should have the intention of becoming a CPA but do not need to have their CPA or any parts passed yet.
Experience: 1-3 years of experience is ideal.
Hybrid Work Schedule
Office Presence: Employees are expected to be in the office three days a week, typically Monday through Wednesday, but are welcome to be in the office every day.
Busy Season Flexibility: During busy seasons (April, July, October, January, early February), there is greater flexibility regarding the expectation that employees come in on Monday and Wednesday.
Standard Hours: 8 months/year, standard 8-hour day, allowing for some flexibility.
Busy Season Hours: 4 months/year, generally averaging 12-hour days Monday through Thursday, possibly including 2 weekend days. Hours can vary based on transaction volume. Over time, this workload can reduce as resources continue to build.
DETAILS AT A GLANCE
JOB TITLE: Staff Accountant
TIME COMMITMENT: Time commitment goes here
HOURS: Full-Time
JOB TYPE: Full Time
LOCATION: NYC
SALARY: $80,000- $100,000
START DATE: ASAP
APPLICATION DEADLINE: ASAP
BNA RECRUITER: Kevin Culleton Jr.
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This role is a FULL TIME position sourced through BNA. You would be employed and paid by the client company but we would represent you up until the offer stage.