Finance Specialist

Responsibilities Ensure proper control, recording, and classification of financial transactions. Utilize systems and tools for data entry, report generation, research, and inquiry responses. Review or process transactions and assist with financial reporting as needed. Analyze trends, research issues, and respond to inquiries from Sales, Programming, and leadership. Perform ad hoc research and prepare comprehensive evaluations, proposals, and recommendations for leadership. Maintain established SLAs with internal and external clients, ensuring high-quality customer service. Prepare and review journal entries, schedules, filings, and reports, including sales and purchase transactions. Assist with reconciling balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow discrepancies. Support period‑end consolidations and financial statement preparation, ensuring compliance with GAAP and company policies. Protect confidential information to safeguard the organization’s reputation. Coordinate scheduling, management report requests, and other data requests for internal and external reporting. Provide accounting documentation to support company audits. Monitor and improve business processes and controls for greater efficiency and effectiveness. Contribute to the development of best practices for the company. Qualifications Strong analysis, problem‑solving, and research skills; ability to gather, assess, and interpret information while understanding the financial impacts of business decisions. Good judgment and decision‑making abilities. Ability to manage multiple projects with tight deadlines and navigate ambiguity. Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to present complex data in a simple, understandable manner. Effective communication with employees at all levels and with clients. Excellent attention to detail with a focus on optimal work standards. Ability to plan, organize, and execute tasks in a team‑oriented environment. Demonstrated technical skills in accounting and financial information systems. Proficiency in Excel and ability to learn new systems quickly; experience with Workday, Cognos, TM1, Salesforce, and SharePoint preferred. Minimum 2–3 years of related experience in an accounting or finance role. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business with an accounting or finance emphasis preferred. Desired Qualities Respect for others and strong belief that others should treat with respect. Ability to work within prescribed guidelines without needing close supervision. Problem‑solving skills within established procedures. Understanding of when to seek guidance for unforeseen problems. Close attention to detail. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to act in a professional manner and collaborate with colleagues at different levels. Compensation & Benefits Salary: $26.92 – $33.65 hourly, determined by experience, skills, and market data. Position is full‑time and hourly. Location: 125 West 55th Street, New York, NY 10019. Employer‑sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance. Company‑provided life insurance. Paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays. A Spirit day allowing volunteer time in community. 401(k) plan. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost. Additional voluntary programs such as spending accounts, student loan refinancing, accident insurance, and more. Our organization participates in E‑Verify. Non‑Compete will be required for certain positions and as allowed by law. We are an equal‑opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status. #J-18808-Ljbffr