Staff Accountant
The Independents · New York, United States · 1 mo ago
On-siteAdministrative$60k–$72k/yrFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain cashbook and perform bank reconciliations
- Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes
- Record transactions accurately in NetSuite (or similar ERP)
- Prepare and issue client invoices, including expense recharges
- Build detailed supporting schedules for all invoices
- Ensure full audit trail and documentation for all billed amounts
- Handle intercompany transactions and reconciliations
- Work with internal teams to ensure proper cost allocation and tracking
- Maintain and update internal trackers (expenses, project costs, etc.)
- Support month-end close activities
- Prepare account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
- Ensure all items are tracked and completed on time
- Manage accounting-related communications with internal teams and external stakeholders
- Follow up on outstanding items proactively
- Escalate issues when needed to ensure deadlines are met
Key Attributes
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 2–4 years of accounting experience (agency or multi-entity a plus)
- Experience with AP/AR, reconciliations, and invoicing
- Familiarity with NetSuite preferred
- Strong Excel skills, with a strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and follow through to completion
- Clear and consistent communication
- Maintain organized documentation and audit trails
- Proactive in identifying and resolving issues