Staff Accountant
Evergreen Trading · New York, NY · 2 mo ago
Accounting$65k–$75k/yrFull-time
About the role
Evergreen Trading is seeking a talented and motivated Staff Accountant to join our team. Reporting to the Assistant Controller, this position offers the opportunity to play a key role in the day-to-day accounting function while gaining exposure to a dynamic, fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and eager to contribute to process improvements while building a strong foundation in corporate accounting and reporting.
Responsibilities
- Support the monthly close process, including preparation of journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and operating expense analysis.
- Review and audit employee expense activity in Concur and reconcile corporate credit card and employee-related balance sheet accounts.
- Prepare third-party invoices and review vendor payment requests.
- Perform operating expense (OPEX) analysis against budget and prior-year results.
- Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes by providing OPEX insights and supporting schedules.
- Maintain amortization schedules for fixed assets and prepaid expenses.
- Perform monthly bank reconciliations and ensure accuracy across multiple entities.
- Assist with annual audit and tax processes, including preparation of supporting documentation.
- Contribute to ongoing process improvements and support ad hoc projects as needed.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting with 2–3 years of relevant experience; public accounting experience is a plus.
- Proficiency in Excel, including pivot tables and lookup functions.
- Experience with NetSuite and Concur is preferred.
- Working knowledge of AI tools (e.g., for data analysis, automation, or workflow optimization) is a plus.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
- Effective problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- High level of integrity, accountability, and ownership.
- Team-oriented mindset with the ability to collaborate across functions and departments.
Pay
$65,000 - $75,000 (expected base salary range for this role).
Benefits
- Automatic enrollment in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”) (100% employee-owned company).
- 401(k) plan with an employer match.
- Extensive benefits offering in which Evergreen covers up to 75% of health premiums for employee and dependent coverage.
- Generous time off including office closure between Christmas and New Year’s Day.
- Hybrid work schedule.
Evergreen invests in employees' professional and personal development through company-sponsored training, mentorship, and a dedication to DEIB.