Job Information
J.S. Held LLC Senior Staff Accountant in United States, New York
The Company
Are you looking to join an organization that is growing and dynamic? What about a high-energy, collaborative environment that rewards hard work?
J.S. Held is a global consulting firm that combines technical, scientific, financial, and strategic expertise to advise clients seeking to realize value and mitigate risk. Our professionals serve as trusted advisors to organizations facing high stakes matters demanding urgent attention, staunch integrity, proven experience, clear-cut analysis, and an understanding of both tangible and intangible assets. The firm provides a comprehensive suite of services, products, and data that enable clients to navigate complex, contentious, and often catastrophic situations.
The Team and Job Summary
We are seeking a Senior Staff Accountant within our Corporate Finance team. Your primary responsibility will be working with a congenial finance team to support a growing business. We are looking for professionals with strong experience in P&L analysis, general ledger accounting, and some experience with foreign currency. Strong Excel skills are essential, and you should be excited about taking ownership of the accounting surrounding foreign entities.
Reporting directly to the Accounting Manager and working with the Assistant Controller, the Senior Staff Accountant will be responsible for the day-to-day accounting, month-end financial close, balance sheet reconciliation, and P&L analysis. The ideal candidate would have 4 to 6 years of experience in accounting, be dedicated, detail-oriented, an independent thinker, and a problem solver driven to succeed with the ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines. This is a fully remote role, seeking individuals in various geographical areas within the Central and Eastern time zones.
Job Responsibilities
Responsible for the accounting activity of both foreign and domestic subsidiaries.
Record accruals and month-end journal entries such as prepaids, fixed assets, and reconciling entries.
Reconcile various cash and intercompany accounts.
Work with staff responsible for accounts payable, accounts receivable, etc.
Participate in ad hoc projects.
Conduct audit and tax reporting.
Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
Assist in the development and implementation of accounting policies and procedures.
Support the annual budgeting and forecasting process.
Collaborate with external auditors to ensure successful audit results and compliance.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance with a minor in accounting is required.
Must have 4 to 6 years of relevant accounting experience.
Proficient with Microsoft Suite, with a strong emphasis on Excel.
Superior attention to detail with demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment while managing numerous deadlines.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proven ability to maintain confidential and sensitive information.
Physical and Mental Job Qualifications
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Some of the Benefits We Have Include
J.S. Held understands all our employees are people and sometimes life needs flexibility. We work to always provide an environment that best supports and suits our team’s needs.
Our flexible work environment allows employees to work remotely, when
Generous FTO
Medical, Dental, and Vision
401k
Commuter Benefit.
A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role is $90k - $100k. Any offered salary range is based on a wide array of factors including but not limited to skillset, experience, training, location, scope of role, management responsibility, etc.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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Please explore what we’re all about at www.jsheld.com .
EEO and Job Accommodations
We embrace diversity and our commitment to building a team and environment that fosters professional and personal enrichment is unwavering. We are greater when we are equal!
J.S. Held is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request for a reasonable accommodation, please email and include “Applicant Accommodation” within the subject line with your request and contact information.
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Department
Corporate : Finance
Employment Type
Full Time
Minimum Experience
Experienced