Job description

Overview

Join Cornell Fitness Centers as a Staff Accountant and experience rewarding compensation, challenging assignments, ongoing learning, and potential for career growth. This position plays a key role in maintaining precise financial documentation, contributing to month-end close activities, managing accounts payable and receivable, preparing reconciliations, and enforcing solid internal controls. We seek a methodical, analytical individual adept at thriving in a dynamic professional services setting.

Compensation and Benefits

Performance-based bonuses including discretionary, recruiting referral, and new business referral rewards
Major medical health coverage with company contributions
Company-funded life insurance, long-term disability, and short-term disability policies
401k retirement savings plan

Work-Life Balance

Opportunity to work remotely
Increasing paid time off accrual based on tenure

Career Development

Annual performance assessments
80 hours of yearly training
Personal Development Plan updated annually for growth tracking

Key Responsibilities

Manage daily accounting activities including general ledger transactions, journal entries, reconciliations, and support for financial reports
Assist with month-end and year-end closings, preparing schedules, reviewing transactions, and ensuring deadlines are met
Handle and verify accounts payable and receivable tasks including vendor invoice processing and customer payments
Reconcile various accounts such as bank statements, credit cards, and intercompany balances
Maintain financial records and documentation in compliance with company policies and accounting standards
Support expense reporting and employee reimbursements, ensuring adherence to internal policies
Help with audits, tax preparations, and compliance by collecting necessary documentation and responding to inquiries
Identify and suggest enhancements to accounting processes, controls, and accuracy of reporting
Work collaboratively with internal teams to resolve billing, payment, and accounting issues promptly
Execute additional finance and accounting duties as assigned

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline
Familiarity with general ledger accounting, reconciliations, payables, receivables, and closing procedures
Excellent attention to detail with a focus on accuracy, confidentiality, and timeliness
Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Office suite
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and communicate effectively with team members
Analytical thinker with problem-solving skills and diligent follow-up capabilities

Preferred Skills

Experience with ERP or accounting software such as NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, Sage, or equivalent
Background supporting accounting operations across multiple entities, states, or international boundaries
History of enhancing accounting documentation, internal controls, or processes

Candidate Profile

The ideal staff accountant is proactive, trustworthy, and comfortable handling sensitive financial data. They enjoy problem-solving, streamlining procedures, and enabling business success through accurate and punctual accounting. Strong communication skills, a customer-focused attitude, and eagerness to learn are critical components for thriving in this role.