Staff Accountant II

Position Summary

Effectual is seeking an experienced Staff Accountant II to join our finance team in Jersey City, NJ. As a Staff Accountant II, you will be responsible for managing and reporting the organization's financial data with accuracy and integrity. Key duties include leading the preparation of financial statements, conducting account analyses, reconciling accounts, and ensuring compliance with GAAP.

About the Role

A Glimpse into the Daily Routine of a Staff Accountant II

• Excellent attention to detail
• Advanced knowledge of accounting software
• Strong grasp of GAAP principles
• Organized and meticulous approach to tracking financial documents
• Investigative mindset to uncover and resolve discrepancies in financial reporting
• Effective communication and collaboration skills
• Dedicated to continuous learning and analytical approach to accounting challenges

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly general ledger close process by recording journal entries, reconciling accounts, and performing variance analysis.
• Reconcile bank accounts at least monthly, verifying deposits, and addressing bank inquiries.
• Prepare and review financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
• Perform ad hoc analysis and reporting to support management decision-making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of enterprise-level accounting experience.
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP and accounting best practices.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel; experience with pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and data analysis.
• Experience with financial technology platforms, such as FinancialForce or similar.
• Superb attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively at all levels.
• Strong interpersonal skills; able to work independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to work on-site in Jersey City office 1-2 days per week.

Nice-to-Have Skills And Experience

• CPA or CMA
• Public accounting experience

Company Offered Benefits

• Full-time employees are eligible to participate in our employee benefit programs:
• Medical, dental, and vision health insurances
• Short term disability, long term disability and life insurances
• 401k with Company match
• Paid time off (PTO) (120 hours PTO that accrue over one year)
• Paid time off for major holidays (14 days per year)

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• The work is generally performed in an office environment.
• Physical demands include sitting, keyboarding, verbal communication, written communication.
• Employees are occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Salary Range for this position

$90,000-$100,000

Salary ranges provided are for informational purposes only and may vary depending on factors such as experience, qualifications, and geographic location. The final salary offer will be determined based on the candidate's skills and alignment with the role requirements.