Junior Accountant

Company Description

(MALIN+GOETZ) is a founder-based gender-neutral beauty and lifestyle business based in New York City. We operate flagship apothecaries in NYC, California and Hong Kong: along with an expanding presence online through  Additionally, the brand is listed internationally high-end accounts, including Space NK, Selfridges, Liberty and Nordstrom; and amenity partners that include 5
* hotels, spas, and concept gyms. Our company champions three values: humanity, empathy + fight, and these values are embedded into everything we do. We foster employees to represent these values in all aspects of their work.

The Junior Accountant serves as an integral part of the (MALIN+GOETZ) finance team, responsible for Accounts Payable and Receivable, as well as assisting in the month end close and associated reporting. The role requires a dynamic, results-driven individual with exemplary attention to detail, ability to multi-task, and a professional communications style. This position offers the opportunity for growth and advancement in a small, entrepreneurial, growing environment.

• Manage Accounts Payable process: audit, match, code, invoice/expense entry, as well as performing weekly payment run.
• Manage Accounts Receivable process: invoicing customers, applying payments, sending statements and creating credit memos.
• Partner with Sales and Operations teams to identify, research, and resolve invoice/payment discrepancies.
• Provide assistance to vendors, customers, and internal staff.
• Assist in month end close activities including bank reconciliation entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and cash reporting.
• Support other finance and accounting activities as needed.

• Continuous Learning - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses. Pursues training and development opportunities. Seeks feedback to improve performance. Shares expertise with others. Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills.
• Customer Service - Displays courtesy and sensitivity. Manages difficult or emotional customer situations. Meets commitments. Responds promptly to customer needs. Solicits customer feedback to improve service.
• Planning + Organization - Integrates changes smoothly. Plans for additional resources. Prioritizes and plans work activities. Sets goals and objectives. Uses time efficiently. Works in an organized manner.
• Problem Solving - Develops alternative solutions. Gathers and analyzes information skillfully. Identifies problems in a timely manner. Resolves problems in early stages. Works well in group problem solving situations.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities. Contributes to building a positive team spirit. Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views. Gives and welcomes feedback. Puts success of team above own interests.
• Use of Technology - Adapts to new technologies. Demonstrates required skills. Keeps technical skills up to date. Troubleshoots technological problems. Uses technology to increase productivity.

• Education/
  
  Experience:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting, or 1-2 years of experience in Accounting.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Understanding of basic accounting principles and financial reporting (through prior roles, internships, or coursework).
• Excellent entry level role for recent finance graduates with the right profile.

Read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos. Write simple correspondence. Effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations to customers, clients and other employees.

Calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume. Apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot table, and VLOOKUPS.
• Google Suite

• The estimated…