Bookkeeper/Accountant

This newly created position will report directly to the CFO and is an amazing opportunity for a hands-on accounting/bookkeeping professional who wants to roll up his/her sleeves to progress to the next level in a dynamic and energetic creative agency environment. The role of the Bookkeeper/Accountant is essential to timely and accurate reporting and operations, and an integral part of the team as the agency embarks on growth and expansion, both domestically and internationally.

Relevance International is a premier, woman-owned, full-service public relations (PR), brand-building and digital media agency passionate about delivering strategic results and generating media waves through industry firsts and innovative campaigns. With offices in New York, London, Los Angeles, and Dubai Relevance International is ideally positioned to help its growing client base reach audiences throughout the world. All team members are expected to represent Relevance International as professional brand Ambassadors.

PERKS OF WORKING AT RELEVANCE INTERNATIONAL

·       Dynamic hybrid work environment (2 days in office, 3 days work from home) and “Work from Anywhere” program two weeks a year.

·       Generous PTO policy in addition to being closed the last week of the year.

·       Wine Wednesdays, Bagel/Cupcake Birthdays and regular company events and outings to celebrate the team and holidays!

·       Excellent career development with external and internal training programs for all employees.

·       Reviews twice a year and regular coaching and mentoring sessions for all staff.

·       Annual worldwide Visioning and strategy sessions at New York HQ.

·       Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, 401k with generous company matching. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

● Accounts payable: Vendor onboarding and maintenance, invoice processing and check preparation

● Journal entries (P/R, expenses)

● Monthly bank recs and analyses

● Client onboarding, billing, collections

● Monthly corporate credit card reconciliations and G/L coding

● Assist in monthly Closes, with account analyses

● Make deposits

● Run reports from time tracking software

SKILLS/CORE COMPETENCIES REQUIRED/PREFERRED

● Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook

● Quickbooks or accounting software experience required

● Experience in a services agency/environment highly desirable

● Experience with Accounts payable, billing, and collections required

● Foreign currency experience helpful

● Strong organizational skills with attention to detail

● Effective interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal

● Team player with a positive, can-do attitude

● Pro-active, assertive, solution oriented and attention to detail

● Flexible, able to work under pressure and changing priorities

● Workday is 9-5:30 and commits to 5 days per week and hours sufficient to cover responsibilities to clients and team.

EDUCATIONAL/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED/PREFERRED

● Bachelor’s Degree – Accounting, Business Administration highly desirable

● 2-5 years of experience

DISCLAIMER: Duties, responsibilities and activities of the position may change or new ones added at any time with or without notice

Employment Type: Full time

Salary: $50k-$60k, based on experience