Staff Accountant

Description We are looking for a Staff Accountant to oversee essential accounting activities for a textile manufacturing business in Brooklyn, New York. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is well suited for a hands-on, detail-oriented individual who can independently manage daily financial processes while supporting a fast-paced wholesale environment. The person in this role will work closely with leadership and take ownership of core accounting functions, reporting, and reconciliations.

Responsibilities:

- Manage invoicing, payment application, vendor payments, and other daily accounts receivable and accounts payable activities.

- Oversee factor-related processes, including submitting credit requests, monitoring collections, resolving deductions, and completing account reconciliations.

- Prepare and maintain royalty reports for licensed product lines, ensuring timely and accurate calculations across multiple brands.

- Compile commission statements for sales representatives and verify supporting sales data before distribution.

- Record journal entries and maintain the general ledger within Quick Books Online to support accurate month-to-month reporting.

- Review financial records for accuracy, investigate discrepancies, and follow through on corrective actions as needed.

- Support tax-related accounting activities, including sales tax tracking and coordination of corporate tax reporting requirements.

- Partner with ownership on day-to-day financial operations and provide dependable accounting support in a lean team setting. Requirements

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