Senior Accountant
Job Description
Job Description Job Description Job Summary: The Senior Accountant will primarily assist with the Company’s accounts receivable and month-end close processes, including review of customer deductions/chargebacks, following up on outstanding receivable balances, preparing journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations, and liaising with outsourced receivable’s function. The Senior Accountant will also assist the Controller and Assistant Controller in managing the month-end close timeline and financial reporting activities.
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
Responsibilities/Essential Functions: Oversee cash receipts posted by our outsourced accounts receivable by the team. Become an expert on customer deductions and chargebacks; review customer payments to determine appropriateness and resolve discrepancies accordingly. Follow up with customers on outstanding balances to ensure timely payments and minimize credit risk. Prepare journal entries for monthly close process. Prepare and maintain balance sheet general ledger reconciliations. Provides outside auditors with assistance; gathers necessary account information and documents to perform annual audit. Maintains knowledge of acceptable accounting practices and procedures. Become proficient in our ERP (E21) and participate as needed in system updates and implementations. Perform other related duties as required, with the opportunity to expand this role and take on additional responsibilities within the Finance team once onboarded, including FP&A and M&A.
Experience and Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting required. At least three years of related experience preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Core Competencies and Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to take responsibility for their related subject areas and work autonomously within a team setting. Knowledge of general financial accounting and the ability to adhere to generally accepted accounting principles. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (primarily Excel)
Working Requirements (Travel Requirements, Overtime, Shifts, On-Call, etc.):
Expected to report in-person to client NYC headquarters a minimum of four days per week.
Seniority Level Associate
Industry
Retail
Food and Beverage Manufacturing
Employment Type Full-time
Job Functions
Accounting/Auditing
Skills
Budgeting & Forecasting
Accounting
Financial Statements
Month-End Close Process
Budgeting
Generally Accepted Ac
Pay Details: $85,000.00 to $90,000.00 per year Search managed by: Kevin Johnson Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate -privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance