Bank Reconciliation Specialist
Location: Brooklyn, NY
Employment Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday through Friday, Standard Business Hours
Salary: Based on Experience
Description
A growing retail organization is seeking a detail‑oriented Bank Reconciliation Specialist to join its Finance/Accounting team. This role is responsible for performing high‑volume bank reconciliations, analyzing deposit activity, and supporting general ledger accuracy across a multi‑location environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional looking to grow within a stable and fast‑paced organization.
What You’ll Do
- Analyze and reconcile banking transactions across 400–500 retail locations
- Perform general ledger entries and reconciliations related to cash and banking activity
- Review and analyze new store sales reports
- Reconcile ACH and wire transactions within banking platforms
- Analyze e‑commerce and security deposit general ledger accounts
- Reconcile ACH‑related accounts and benefits transactions
- Assist with quarterly unemployment insurance filings
- Research and resolve banking discrepancies and account‑related issues
- Prepare banking documentation for required signatures
- Support special projects and additional accounting duties as needed
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in accounting or finance
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and reconciliation processes
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
- Experience with accounting systems (T‑Recs/IDM preferred)
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
- Retail industry experience is a plus
- Advanced Excel skills strongly preferred
Benefits
- Annual compensation review program
- Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and transit benefits
- Employee discounts
- Wellness and financial programs
- Recognition programs for milestones and achievements
- On‑site fitness center and cafeteria
- Free, secured parking