Staff Accountant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Rye Brook, New York. In this role, you will be responsible for managing various accounting functions, including financial statement preparation, account reconciliations, and overseeing accounts receivable processes. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to the accuracy and efficiency of our financial operations while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities:
• Prepare financial statements and perform the financial close process, including booking, analyzing, and reconciling transactions for US and Canadian entities.
• Conduct general ledger account reconciliations and analyses, ensuring compliance with US GAAP.
• Create and post journal entries, reconcile accounts, and manage month-end and year-end closing activities independently.
• Support annual and interim audits by preparing schedules and assisting with external auditor requests.
• Manage the accounts receivable process, including posting invoices, processing payments, and resolving customer account issues.
• Process invoices through customer portals and review new customer orders for accuracy.
• Analyze accounts receivable data, including aging reports, delinquency trends, and reconciliation of discrepancies.
• Collaborate with Sales and Marketing teams to process deductions and promotions using both manual and automated systems.
• Track and account for prepaid expenses and monthly accruals while coordinating with other departments.
• Identify opportunities to improve internal accounting procedures and implement enhanced policies for better efficiency and control.
• A minimum of 2–5 years of experience in corporate accounting, with a focus on accounts receivable and collections in a consumer goods environment.
• Solid understanding of US GAAP and experience in financial statement preparation and financial close processes.
• Proficiency in using JD Edwards or similar enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and Word, along with the ability to navigate database systems effectively.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a keen attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective collaboration across teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
• Experience handling deductions and managing the accounts receivable cycle is highly preferred.

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