Finance Specialist

Job Summary Your primary focus will be to leverage data and analytics to help drive the financial success of the assigned market. This includes routine sales reporting and analysis, payroll review, ad‑hoc requests, forecasting, and partnering with Sales and Programming teams to propel the business forward. Key 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 service level agreements (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. Required Qualifications Strong analysis, problem‑solving, and research skills with the ability to assess financial impacts of business decisions. Good judgment and decision‑making skills. Ability to manage multiple projects with tight deadlines and navigate ambiguity. Excellent oral and written communication skills; able to present complex data simply. Effective communication with employees at all levels and clients. Excellent attention to detail with a focus on high work standards. Ability to plan, organize, and execute tasks in a team‑oriented environment. Demonstrated technical skills in accounting and financial information systems and applications. Proficient in Excel and able 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 Skills & Attributes Respect for others and a strong belief in mutual respect. Ability to work within prescribed guidelines without 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 professionally and collaborate with colleagues at different levels. Compensation Salary to be determined by relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and market data. $26.92 - $33.65 Location New York, NY: 125 West 55th Street, 10019 Employment Details Position Type: Regular Time Type: Full time Pay Type: Hourly Benefits Employer sponsored medical, dental and vision with a variety of coverage options. Company provided and supplemental life insurance. Paid vacation and sick time. Paid company holidays. A Spirit day to encourage and allow employees to volunteer in their community. 401K plan. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost – services include telephonic counseling, legal and financial consultation, emotional well‑being, family and caregiving support. Additional voluntary programs such as spending accounts, student loan refinancing, accident insurance, and more. Equal‑Opportunity Employer Statement The Company is an equal opportunity employer and will 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. Non‑Compete Statement Non‑Compete will be required for certain positions and as allowed by law. E‑Verify Participation Our organization participates in E‑Verify. Learn about E‑Verify. #J-18808-Ljbffr