Corporate Accountant

Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Accountant to join our dynamic Finance team. In this role, you will take ownership of core general accounting functions-including general ledger management, balance sheet reconciliations, and sub-ledger reviews-while playing a key role in accelerating our month-end close process.

The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver who excels at translating data into actionable financial insights and building collaborative relationships across departmental lines.

Responsibilities

FINANCIAL OPERATIONS & LEDGER MANAGEMENT

General Ledger:
Prepare and post precise journal entries, maintaining the integrity of the general ledger.

Sub-Ledger Oversight:
Coordinate and review accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) activities to ensure accuracy and alignment.

Month-End Close:
Collaborate cross-functionally to drive an efficient monthly close process, ensuring all deadlines are met.

Account Analysis:
Analyze general ledger accounts and assist in resolving discrepancies and unusual items.

Accruals & Prepaids:
Review and record accruals, prepaid expenses, and deferrals on a monthly basis.

Fixed Assets:
Assist with tracking, reconciling, and maintaining fixed asset records and related depreciation.

Intercompany Transactions:
Reconcile intercompany accounts and ensure proper eliminations.

ANALYSIS & PROCESS IMPROVEMENT

Balance Sheet Reconciliations:
Conduct rigorous analysis of balance sheet accounts, taking proactive ownership of variances and implementing process improvements.

Profit Center Review:
Perform monthly variance analysis on assigned profit center income statements, identifying trends and anomalies.

Trend Analysis:
Monitor financial trends and key performance indicators (KPIs) to provide insights and support decision-making.

Process Improvement:
Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve internal controls.

Documentation:
Maintain clear and accurate documentation of accounting policies, procedures, and work papers.

Ad Hoc Analysis:
Perform special projects and ad hoc financial analyses as requested by management.

REPORTING &COMPLIANCE

Management Reporting:
Prepare and distribute clear, comprehensive financial reports tailored for corporate leadership and operations teams.

Budget Support:
Assist with annual budgets, forecasts, and reforecasts; analyze variances to actual results.

Audit Readiness:
Serve as a key contributor during the annual external audit, preparing schedules and providing necessary documentation.

Compliance:
Ensure compliance with GAAP and company policies and procedures.

Tax Support:
Assist with sales tax, property tax, and other tax filings as required.

Business Partnership:
Act as a financial advisor to field and operational management, supporting data-driven business decisions.

Qualifications

EDUCATIONAL & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

Experience:

2-5 years of progressive, hands-on accounting experience.

TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES

ERP Systems:

Experience with Lawson (Corporate Accountant) or Yardi (Real Estate Accountant).

Data Tools:
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including XLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables) and Power BI, along with experience utilizing AI tools, is highly preferred.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Analytical Thinking:
Strong problem-solving skills with a proven ability to identify process gaps and drive efficiencies.

Communication:
Exceptional oral and written communication skills, with a strong emphasis on cross-functional collaboration and customer service.

Organization:
Meticulous attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

We are excited to share that the base salary range for this position is $65,606. USD Annual. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, targeted at 3%. NFI takes into consideration applicants' qualifications, experience, education, and geographic location when determining a starting rate of pay.

Employees are also eligible for a robust benefit program, which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Paid Parental Leave, among other benefit plan options.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation…