Staff Accountant

Global Industrial; Port Washington (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Industrial, based in Port Washington, NY, is seeking a detail-oriented accounting/finance professional to join our team. The role focuses on reconciliations, bank reconciliations, and GL entries during month-end close, with exposure to fixed assets and AP/AR processes.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s in Accounting/Finance, strong Excel skills, GAAP knowledge, and the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance; 5 yrs related accounting/finance experience preferred.
• Strong Excel skills (PivotTables, VLOOKUPs) and solid GAAP knowledge.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to manage multiple projects.
• Experience with SAP, PCS, and BlackLine is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare multiple account reconciliations and monthly bank reconciliations.
• Post general ledger entries during month-end and quarter-end close.
• Handle several projects simultaneously within the department.
• Record fixed asset activity including additions/deletions/adjustments.
• Process invoices, match POs, and track payments for A/P & A/R.
• Prepare detailed financial reporting and analyze balance sheets and P&L.
• Suggest cost-reduction and revenue-enhancement opportunities.
• Contribute to special projects as needed.

Skills

Excel proficiency

GAAP knowledge

Interpersonal communication

Analytical skills

Multi-tasking

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SAP

PCS

BlackLine

Job description

Global Industrial

Corporate Overview

For over 70 years Global Industrial has been an industry leader providing private label and brand name industrial equipment and supplies to businesses throughout North America.

We carry over one million industrial, material handling and business products that are sold through our website, corporate sales people and full color catalogs. We are constantly increasing our product offerings to meet the diverse and changing needs of our customers. Our customers include small to large corporations, institutions, government agencies and consumers across North America.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation of Multiple Account reconciliations, using Blackline Reconciliation tool.
• Preparation of Monthly Bank Reconciliations.
• General Ledger Preparing/Posting various Standard/Accrual Journal entries, during Month-end and Quarter-end close.
• Ability to Multi-Task on various opportunities within department.
• Fixed Asset Accounting, including Additions, Deletions, Adjustments, for example, F90 accounting.
• Accounts Payable & Receivable experience: Processing invoices, matching purchase orders, and tracking payments.
• Financial reporting: Detailed Analysis of various Balance sheets and Income statements.
• Recommend ways to reduce costs and enhance revenue.
• Special projects as needed.

Competencies and skills

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance. 5 yrs. related experience preferred.
• Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUPs etc.).
• Excellent oral and written interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of accounting software (e.g., SAP/PCS/BlackLine), and a strong grasp of GAAP principles.
• Strong Analytical Skills. Ability to recommend and explore improvements.
• Ability to work independently. Take charge/can do attitude.
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

The pay range for this position will be 70,000 to 85,000 annually. The exact pay will be determined by multiple factors unique to each individual, including years of experience, certifications, and the specific location of the job. Rates may vary in other areas due to differing labor costs.

EEO/AA Statement

Global Industrial provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.