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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Experience:
  
  2–5 years of progressive, hands-on accounting experience.

• 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.

• 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,…