Staff Accountant
New York City, NY Staff Accountant US
Job Description
PRIMARY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES
- Handle accounting of (50 plus) office leases via LeaseCrunch software; issue monthly rent payments to landlords; maintain Master Lease Summaries, SOV and G/L account analyses of related accounts.
- Maintain depreciation schedule and backup documents.
- Bookkeeping of Joint Venture Accounts.
- Interact with insurance brokers and assist with insurance certificate requests.
- Work closely with the G/L team to support the month-end and year-end closing activities including general ledger review, account analysis, account reconciliations, and journal entries.
- Interact with corporate audits and external auditors as needed.
- Participate in special projects as needed.
- This is an evolving position; the duties listed will be modified as time goes on.
Job Requirements
Qualifications/Education / Experience / Background
- BA/BS degree in Accounting required.
- 3 to 5 years of accounting experience is required.
- Corporate and multi-subsidiary experience preferred.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong proficiency with MS Excel
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and stringent deadlines within a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work well with others and independently.
- Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Knowledge of Deltek VantagePoint is a plus.
- Experience within a global professional services firm or a similar organization is a must
Additional Information
At J. Katz & Partners, our team of executive search partners, senior consultants, and expert recruiters work closely with each client and candidate to fully understand their professional goals prior to the beginning of every search. Utilizing competitive intelligence and direct sourcing methodologies, we identify talent and career opportunities through a variety of sources and professional networks. J. Katz & Partners offers services in analytical, financial, and administrative recruitment, combined with the expertise in executive and professional search. Our reputation is the product of experience, integrity, and the long-term relationships that we have maintained with both clients and candidates throughout the nation.