General Ledger Accountant

Bhphotovideo; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401K plan

Employee discounts

Job summary

B&H Photo Video is seeking a Senior General Ledger Accountant to apply accounting principles, analyze financial information, and prepare accurate financial reports. The role oversees journal entries, reconciliations, and monthly close, serving as the main contact for external auditors in a high-volume environment.

The successful candidate will have 3–5 years in general accounting, strong problem-solving abilities, and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of general accounting experience.
• BA in Accounting is preferred/required.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office programs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain integrity of ledgers and transactions.
• Partner with other departments to coordinate monthly close.
• Prepare and enter complex journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly financial statements.
• Review and analyze various accounts using variance reporting.
• Establish and monitor accounting control procedures.
• Serve as primary point of contact for external auditors.
• Assist in training staff accountants.

Skills

Accounting concepts

Research & problem solving

Communication skills

Writing skills

Attention to detail

Education

BA in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At over 50 years old and counting, B&H has built a reputation as the trusted resource for photography and videography enthusiasts via its NYC SuperStore and its award-winning website. Long known as "The Professional's Source", B&H is recognized by savvy consumers worldwide for its honest, knowledgeable guidance, expert tips and articles... and always-great prices.
B&H offers competitive salaries, medical benefits, a 401K plan, employee discounts and opportunities to grow within a high-energy, low-attitude environment.

Job Overview:

General Ledger Accountant Sr. is responsible for applying accounting principles and procedures to analyze financial information, prepare accurate and timely financial reports and statements and ensure appropriate accounting control procedures. The General Ledger Accountant Sr. monitors and enters transactions into the general ledger as well as sub ledgers. The Accountant Sr. creates and enters journal entries and performs complex account reconciliations. Additionally, the G/L Accountant serves as a primary point of contact for external auditors.

• Maintain integrity of ledgers and transactions.
• Partner with other departments to coordinate monthly close
• Prepares and enters complex journal entries and account reconciliations
• Prepares of monthly financial statements
• Reviews and analyzes various accounts utilizing variance reporting
• Establish and monitor the implementation and maintenance of accounting control procedures
• Primary point of contact for external auditors
• Assist in training of staff accountants

Accounting System Maintenance

• Investigate and conduct “root cause” analysis on transactional posting errors occurring through various system feeds
• Collaborates with IS in taking corrective action on resolving system issues and defining system requirements for program modifications
• Assists in the analysis of the system posting processes and provides recommendations for improvements
• Interacts with other Finance Groups (AP, AR, VPC) in identifying system related issues within their environment

Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of major accounting concepts
• Efficient research and problem solving skills
• Articulate communicator and analytical thinker
• Excellent writing skills
• Detail-oriented and quick thinker

Preferred Education, Experience and Licenses:

• Minimum 3 – 5 years of general accounting experience
• Utilization of Microsoft Office programs
• BA in Accounting

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons shall have the opportunity to be considered for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex or gender, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please let us know.