Staff Accountant

Sisley Paris; Danbury (CT); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sisley Paris in Danbury, CT is seeking a Staff Accountant for day‑to‑day accounting, journal entries, general ledger maintenance, and monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting.

You will report to the Controller and manage accounts receivable workflows, assist with accounts payable, and help with month‑end close and reconciliations. Strong GAAP knowledge and advanced Excel are required; SAP experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• 1–3 years of hands‑on general accounting experience (public accounting or corporate).
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).
• Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, SUMIFS).
• Experience with ERP software (SAP is a plus).
• Ability to support month‑end close and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Record and reconcile journal entries and maintain the general ledger.
• Support accounts receivable workflows, client invoicing, and collections efforts.
• Assist accounts payable and serve as backup for processing invoices and vendor payments.
• Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Assist with month‑end and year‑end close and prepare financial statements.
• Support internal and external audits with schedules and documentation.

Skills

Advanced Excel

GAAP knowledge

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SAP

Job description

Company Description

Sisley Paris is a French, family-owned beauty company specializing in high-performance, plant-based skincare, makeup, fragrance, and hair care products. Founded in 1976, the brand is known for its use of effective natural key ingredients and its focus on sensorial, luxurious formulations. With nearly fifty years of scientific development, Sisley’s Research Laboratories combine advanced technology with Phyto-Cosmetology expertise to deliver a global approach to beauty. Most products are designed, developed, and manufactured in France and distributed in over 112 countries through 33 subsidiaries worldwide. Sisley Paris is strongly committed to sustainability, implementing a 2025–2030 action plan to reduce environmental impact and supporting health, education, culture, and environmental causes through the Sisley-d’Ornano Foundation.

Role Description

The Staff Accountant role at Sisley Paris is a full-time, hybrid position based in Danbury, CT. This role is responsible for day-to-day accounting activities, including recording and reconciling journal entries, maintaining general ledger accounts, and preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports. Reporting directly to the Controller, you will play a key role in keeping our day-to-day finances running smoothly—from managing accounts receivable workflows and supporting accounts payable to assisting with month-end close and account reconciliations. If you bring a solid background in GAAP, sharp Excel skills, and a practical mindset for problem-solving, we would love to connect with you.

Qualifications

• Accounts Receivable Support: Track incoming payments, process client invoicing, resolve billing discrepancies, review aging reports, and assist with collections efforts.
• Accounts Payable Support: Assist the Accounts Payable Manager with overflow tasks and serve as a backup for processing invoices, vendor payments, and expense reports as needed.
• Account Reconciliations: Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations, and variance analyses.
• Month-End & Year-End Close: Assist in the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Financial Reporting: Assist with preliminary financial review, preparing monthly financial statements, schedules, and management reporting packages under the supervision of the Controller.
• Audit & Compliance Support: Assist with internal and external audit requests by providing necessary supporting schedules and documentation.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline accounting procedures, strengthen internal controls, and automate recurring workflows.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.

Experience 1–3 years of hands‑on general accounting experience (public accounting or corporate setting).

Technical Skills Advanced Excel skills required (e.g., VLOOKUPs/XLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, SUMIFS, complex formulas); experience with ERP software (SAP experience is a plus).

Knowledge Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and financial statement preparation.