Staff Accountant

MAIN FUNCTION:

• Analyze and close all month end accounting procedures

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Accounting
• 0-2 years accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and demonstrated accounting skills
• Attention to detail and strong analytical skills
• Good written and oral communication skills, including ability to communicate effectively
• Proficient in Excel 

WORKING CONDITIONS:  

The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. 

KEY RELATIONSHIPS:

• PNY Staff

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Assist with the monthly close process by preparing journal entries, supporting accruals, and fixed asset reconciliation.
• Update monthly expenses and assist in analyzing expense trends to identify variances and provide insights to management.
• Manage recurring monthly accruals including payroll, temporary labor, health insurance, and other fringe benefits under supervision.
• Support the review and reconciliation of assigned balance sheet and income statement accounts during month-end close.
• Reconcile bank accounts monthly, identifying and helping to resolve any discrepancies.
• Help calculate royalty accruals and assist in preparing quarterly royalty reports.
• Assist in tracking and analyzing program-related accruals, ensuring supporting documentation is accurate and organized.
• Prepare and update balance sheet reconciliations to ensure accuracy and proper support of recorded balances.
• Help maintain and update fixed asset records, including tracking additions, disposals, and depreciation.
• Provide support during the annual year-end audit by gathering documentation and preparing audit schedules.
• Analyze backlog to ensure pricing meets requirements.
• Perform other accounting and administrative tasks as needed to support the finance team.

COMPENSATION:

The base salary range for this position is $55,000.00 to $63,000.00; the exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and budget.

BENEFITS OVERVIEW:

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D coverage, short- and long-term disability, a 401(k) retirement plan, annual discretionary salary increases and bonuses. Employees receive paid company holidays, paid time off, and access to company-paid training. Optional benefits include tuition reimbursement, a 529 college savings plan, pet insurance, legal and ID theft coverage, and other voluntary insurance plans.