Staff Accountant

_*Job Details:*_ Guided by firm wide business strategies, and with the direction of the Assistant Controller, takes a senior accounting role in the general accounting operations of the Firm, which include review of domestic and international office general ledger, fixed assets, accounting for related entities, accounting system administration.
Also, under the guidance of the Partnership Accounting Manager, takes a senior role in the general partnership accounting operations.
Ensures best practices in accounting and procedures, maintenance of fiscal records, and account analysis and reconciliations.
Ensures client services and satisfaction are attained in all areas of position.
*Education and Experience* 1.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; MBA in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration desirable.
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At least 8 – 10 years of demonstrated progression towards an accounting management or supervisory role.
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Direct experience in preparing financial statements and reports, maintaining and analyzing accounting ledgers and entities, and closing accounting periods.
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Demonstrated experience in supervising staff and managing accounting projects desirable.
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Demonstrated experience in MS Excel (pivot tables, complex financial spreadsheets, analysis on large volume of data, advanced functions) *Teamwork and Applied Skills* 1.
Demonstrates success in applying knowledge of accounting principles and theory while producing accurate and detail oriented financial work product 2.
Strong organizational and analytical skills in managing multiple projects and significant accounting assignments.
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Effective communication skills in presenting accounting work product and solutions.
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Excellent communication skills and the ability to build effective internal and external client relationships.
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Demonstrates ability to identify accounting issues and recommend solutions to improve efficiency and effectiveness of analysis and procedures.
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Skill in developing teamwork, and taking a proactive approach in contributing towards top performance.
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Demonstrates strong sense of accountability towards assignments.
Ability to manage multiple requests, assess priorities, and achieve solutions under deadlines.
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Independently motivated and inspired to ensure consistent quality and continuous improvement.
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Initiative in sharing accounting knowledge and coaching others to improve overall team success.
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Goal oriented and a proven record in delivering exemplary client satisfaction to external and internal client constituencies.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract Salary: $70,000.
00 - $104,000.
00 per year Schedule: * 8 hour shift Education: * Bachelor's (Required) Experience: * General ledger accounting: 5 years (Required) * Bank reconciliation: 5 years (Required) Work Location: On the road