Staff Accountant

ACT Group; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic financial services company in New York is seeking an experienced accountant to handle trade operations, reconciliations, and invoicing. The ideal candidate has 1-3 years of experience, a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, and is proficient in Excel. The role is based in Midtown New York City with a hybrid work arrangement, allowing for one remote day weekly. Compensation ranges from $70,000 to $90,000 annually based on experience and skills.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of working experience in trade operations, accounting, or reporting.
• Dynamic, problem solver who can think outside the box.
• Highly self-motivated and adaptable in a dynamic work environment.

Responsibilities

• Completing monthly bank reconciliations and credit card statement reconciliations.
• Administering the employee expense report process with accurate entry.
• Supporting month-end and year-end close activities.

Skills

Trade operations

Accounting

Reporting

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field

Job description

Responsibilities

• Completing monthly bank reconciliations and credit card statement reconciliations
• Preparing journal entries and ensuring general ledger activity is accurate and complete
• Preparing daily bank transactions and reconciliations
• Administering the employee expense report process, ensuring accurate entry and supporting documentation
• Owning the AP process, ensuring accurate and timely invoice entry and payments
• Owning the AR process, receiving and applying payments and processing bank deposits
• Generating customer invoices/remittances in accordance with contractual terms
• Corresponding with vendors regarding their accounts and resolving any invoice discrepancies
• Partnering with the Front Office, Logistics, Group Treasury, Legal, and external vendors to review contract provisions and payment terms
• Working collaboratively with the financial operations team to reassess and propose new policies, processes, and procedures that address evolving business needs
• Supporting month‑end and year‑end close activities, including the preparation of supporting schedules and workpapers
• Executing ad hoc projects as required

Qualifications and Attributes

• 1‑3 years of working experience in trade operations, accounting, or reporting
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field
• Dynamic, “outside of the box” problem solver
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Highly self‑motivated person who thrives in a dynamic work environment and demonstrates a flexible and adaptable workstyle that responds quickly
• Takes ownership for decisions and is accountable for actions regardless of the outcome

Location: Midtown New York City office with a hybrid work schedule, allowing for one remote day per week.

Base pay range: $70,000–$90,000 annually; base pay offered may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience.

If you meet these criteria and are ready to contribute your expertise to a dynamic and challenging environment, we encourage you to apply.

Equal Opportunity Employer

ACT Commodities Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions at ACT Commodities, Inc. are made without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, family or parental status, status with regard to public assistance, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.