Staff Accountant

Job description
A dynamic and rapidly expanding luxury fashion brand is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our growing team in Los Angeles. The Staff Accountant is responsible for performing various accounting duties and maintaining the accuracy and the integrity of the financial data. The Staff Accountant will provide analyses and reconciliation of assigned accounts, including bank reconciliations. In addition, the Staff Accountant will assist with analysis and reporting of business results.

Responsibilities
• Support month-end and year-end closes, including assigned journal entries, balance-sheet account reconciliations, accruals, and overall maintenance of operational management accounts.
• Assist with preparation of financial statements and other related schedules for internal and external reporting.
• Prepare bank reconciliations and credit cards reconciliations.
• Ensure all financial transactions within the company are accounted for.
• Review and approve month-end and quarter-end sales and use tax returns.
• Assist with the annual audit process and prepare necessary support schedules.
• Manage Accounts Receivables for a growing wholesale division and partner with Sales and Operations departments with new customer set-up and creating new business processes.
• Maintain and update records and reports for profit and loss, sales taxes, liabilities, and assets.
• Prepare special financial reports, when requested by senior managers, by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends.

Skills and Abilities
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Knowledge of NetSuite is a plus

Minimum Requirements
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance is a plus.
• 3+ years of experience as an Accountant.
• 1 year auditing experience in big four accounting firm a plus
• Ability to work independently, lead initiatives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where adaptability and accountability are imperative.