Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant – White Plains, NY Headquarters The Staff Accountant is responsible for the preparation of financial statements, G/L account analysis, journal entries, reconciliations, payroll, and AP. Responsibilities Perform and assist with day-to-day operational accounting and monthly and annual close process Prepare monthly journal entries for assigned areas of responsibility Prepare Balance Sheet reconciliations, review journal entries and conduct financial statement analytics Drive continuous improvement and reduce cycle time in the monthly close process through increased utilization of technology and tools, development of standard operating procedures and other efficiency measures Support preparation and distribution of monthly accounting management reports and statistical analysis Conduct detailed P&L/budget reviews/analyses Collaborate with and support external auditors for annual audit Strengthen the company's internal control environment and control processes Business partner with clinical and operations staff to facilitate variance explanations Record daily cash receipts in GL and prepare monthly bank and investment statement reconciliations Prepare monthly G/L journal entries, statistical reports, assist with financial statements, G/L account analysis, other supporting schedules and yearly budgets Reconcile between affiliated entities, management fee computation, cost reports, and government reports Prepare payroll journal entries; reconcile quarterly and annual payroll tax with GL and W-2s Maintain fixed assets schedules and depreciation, accrued expenses, prepaid expenses and other GL accounts Assist with month-end and year-end closing Perform A/P function for selected accounts and may be a back-up for other A/P accounts as required Participate in all audits as requested Answer accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data Support payroll and assist as needed in all payroll processes Track donations and grants Scan A/P and GL documents Provide billing and collection support Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field 5+ years of accounting experience Takes initiative and demonstrates intellectual curiosity Strong knowledge and understanding of GAAP accounting policy Ownership of accounting operational processes and experience with automation of operational processes Advanced Excel skills required with knowledge of Financial Edge accounting systems a plus but not required Excellent verbal and written communication skills Exceptional organizational skills, timeline management skills and attention to detail Ability to work in a dynamic work environment across multiple geographies Requires strong leadership skills to guide teams and facilitate collaboration Ability to engage peers from across the organization and direct/indirect reports Ability to multi-task and adapt to an extremely high growth and fluid environment Salary Range: $60k to $80k Benefits Medical Dental Vision Pension Long Term Disability Short Term Disability Life Insurance 403B Annuity Generous PTO #J-18808-Ljbffr