Staff Accountant at Fora Financial in New York City

Summary: Fora Financial is a technology-enabled leading provider of flexible financing to small and medium sized businesses. They are seeking a Staff Accountant to manage daily journal entries, cash reconciliations, and assist with monthly close and audits while collaborating with various teams to improve accounting processes. Responsibilities: - Prepare, post, and analyze a high volume of daily journal entries/business transactions across multiple entities - Prepare daily cash reconciliations and operational summaries for management review - Handle heavy banking transactions daily - Adhere to time sensitive tasks such as banking deadlines and internal deadlines - Assist with monthly close and annual audits - Work closely with customer service, collections, servicing, and external partners to accurately process transactions - Identify and implement process improvements across the accounting function - AP support -including setting up new vendors in the GL, distributing invoices to department heads for review and approval, and ensuring timely and accurate payment - Perform research on GAAP and other accounting standards Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Accounting - 1-4 years of accounting work experience - Understanding of GAAP principles and policies - Understanding of Accounts receivables in Finance/ banking industry - Exceptional thoroughness and attention to detail especially when working with large data sets - Ability to work in fast paced, heavy data entry environment - Intermediate Excel skills (v-lookups, pivot tables, etc.) - Focus on efficiency and automation - Strong time management skills - Ability to work within a team concept and communicate with stakeholders throughout the organization - Professional demeanor and attitude - Experience with cloud-based general ledgers (Intacct) and the ability to learn the internal proprietary transaction system - Flexible hours (specifically around month end and different regulatory reporting deadlines) Preferred Qualifications: - Financial industry background experience is a plus Required Skills: GAAP principles, Accounting experience, Excel Important Skills: Accounts receivables, Cloud-based general ledgers Nice-to-Have Skills: Focus on efficiency, Professional demeanor Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage, 401K Plan with Company Match, Life Insurance at No Cost to Employees, Generous Time Off Plan Including Rollover Vacation Days, Commuter Benefits, Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending, Hybrid working model, Free breakfast, snacks, and weekly lunch in the office