Staff Accountant

Northwestern Mutual; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services provider in Auburn, NY, is looking for a Talent Acquisition Specialist to oversee accounting functions and ensure the financial health of the office. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in accounting and a minimum of one year of experience in related financial activities. Responsibilities include managing accounting records, overseeing payroll, and preparing financial reports. This is a full-time position offering a salary ranging from $85,000 to $100,000 annually, aligned with the company's focus on growth and community engagement.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in accounting.
• Experience with payroll and benefits administration.
• Familiarity with annual tax filings.

Responsibilities

• Account for the accuracy of the accounting records.
• Oversee vendor relationships and payroll activities.
• Prepare and manage quarterly tax submissions.

Skills

Accounting principles

Financial statement preparation

General ledger maintenance

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in accounting

Job description

Talent Acquisition Specialist@ Northwestern Mutual

The Staff Accountant position is accountable for the overall financial health and the day-to-day accounting function of office operations. The staff accountant position supports the financial health and growth of the office.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Focused on accounting functions

• Work collaboratively with the Managing Partner or Chief Financial Officer to:
• Account for the accuracy of the accounting records of the office.
• Oversee vendor relationships and payroll activities for staff.
• Process financial representative commissions and allowances.
• Administer office staff benefit plans such as medical, retirement, cafeteria plans, etc. Maintain systems of internal controls to safeguard financial assets of the office.
• Monitor banking activities of the office.
• Prepare and manage quarterly tax submissions to the IRS.
• Work with outside accountant in the preparation and filing of the annual federal and state tax returns.
• Educate new financial representatives on their compensation is paid through commissions, fees, and bonuses.

Focused on the financial health of the office

• Work collaboratively with the Managing Partner or Chief Financial Officer to:
• Monitor financial representative indebtedness and process collection procedures as necessary. Forecast and prepare budgets for the office operations.
• Regularly meet with leadership to analyze financial statements in comparison to budget projections and recommend adjustments and corrective action.
• Monitor and maximize cash flow on home office reimbursement plans.

Qualifications

The qualified candidate should have:

• One or more years of experience in accounting, including financial statement preparation, general ledger maintenance, annual tax filings, payroll, and benefits administration.
• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Finance, Accounting/Auditing, and Administrative

Industries

Accounting and Business Consulting and Services

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