Staff Accountant (Royalty Accounting)

Atlantic Group; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 70.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Bonus

Zusammenfassung

Atlantic Group in New York, NY is hiring a Staff Accountant to support general accounting, financial reporting, month-end close, and accounting operations within a growing organization. This role will prepare journal entries, reconcile accounts, assist with financial reporting, review contractual terms, and collaborate with finance, legal and business teams.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, 2–4 years of experience, advanced Excel skills, and experience with

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• 2–4 years of accounting experience in a corporate or industry setting required.
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with ERP systems (SAP/Oracle/NetSuite) and Power BI preferred.
• Experience with contract/revenue accounting or product-based industries is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Prepare monthly and quarterly journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close and financial reporting.
• Review contractual agreements and monitor key financial terms and reporting requirements.
• Assist with audits and maintain documentation for internal controls.
• Collaborate with finance, legal, and business teams to resolve accounting questions.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows and controls.

Kenntnisse

Analytical

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

Tools

Excel

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

Power BI

Jobbeschreibung

Job Overview – Staff AccountantCompensation: $70,000 – $80,000/year + bonusLocation: New York, NYSchedule: Hybrid

Atlantic Group is hiring a Staff Accountant in New York, NY for our client, supporting general accounting, financial reporting, month-end close, and accounting operations within a growing organization. This role will prepare journal entries, reconcile accounts, assist with financial reporting, support accounting for contractual agreements and revenue-related transactions, and partner with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will bring a strong accounting foundation, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities as the Staff Accountant:

• Revenue & Contract Accounting: Prepare monthly and quarterly accounting schedules, perform transaction calculations, and ensure compliance with contractual agreements and internal policies.
• Financial Reporting: Reconcile assigned accounts, investigate variances, prepare financial schedules and reports, and support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities.
• Contract Administration: Review contractual agreements, monitor key financial terms and reporting requirements, and maintain accurate supporting documentation.
• Audit Support: Prepare schedules and supporting documentation for internal and external audits while ensuring compliance with accounting policies and internal controls.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with finance, legal, and business teams to resolve accounting questions and support contract-related financial activities.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows, reporting processes, and internal controls while assisting with ad hoc analyses and special projects.

Qualifications for the Staff Accountant:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
• Experience: 2–4 years of accounting experience in a corporate or industry environment is required.
• Industry Knowledge: Experience with contract accounting, revenue accounting, or other specialized accounting functions is preferred. Experience supporting consumer products, retail, manufacturing, media, entertainment, publishing, or other product-based organizations is preferred.
• Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel is required. Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar platforms and reporting tools such as Power BI is preferred.
• Skills & Attributes: Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail, the ability to manage multiple priorities, interpret contractual language, and communicate effectively in a collaborative environment.