Accounting Associate – Fortune Media

Description: 

FORTUNE is looking to expand its Finance and Accounting team with an Accounting Associate to support day-to-day accounting operations.  You will learn to maintain the financial records of the company through analyzing balance sheets, and general ledger accounts, as well as preparing reports. Our ideal candidate demonstrates a high attention to detail, the ability to multitask, problem solve and effectively prioritize one’s workload.  The role requires collaboration with other departments to support financial processes.

Main Responsibilities: 

• Prepare period-end reconciliations and account analyses.

• Prepare period-end journal entries.

• Reconcile bank accounts accurately and in a timely manner.

• Participate in month-end and quarter-end close activities, reporting and analysis.

• Assist with the annual financial statement audit and tax filings.

• Assist with timely billing of new and recurring customer contracts.

• Assist with supplier set-up and onboarding for new customers.

• Assist with set-up and onboarding of new vendors.

• Reconcile and review corporate card expenses in accordance with organizational policies.

• Analyze and report daily cash activity.

• Maintains proper controls in accordance with procedures for accounting and reporting.

• Work on ad-hoc reporting and reconciliation activities for internal and external analysis.

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, or equivalent work experience.

• Minimum 1-year relevant experience.

• CPA & Public Accounting experience preferred.

• Understanding of US GAAP or IFRS and applicable industry standards.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Highly organized and detailed oriented.

• Ability to work independently and as a team member when needed to drive to team goals.

• Strong time management and organizational skills.

• Strong work ethic and positive attitude with the ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities.

• Advanced Excel Skills 

Salary range: $60,000 -80,000 Base Salary