Staff Accountant

Intrepid Museum•New York, NY

4h•$65,000 - $70,000

About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Staff Accountant to join our Finance team. This role reports directly to the Controller and will play a key part in supporting the monthly close process, with a strong focus on account reconciliations, partnership revenue reporting, and payroll-related accounting. This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate looking to grow within a collaborative and fast-paced nonprofit environment. The salary range for this position is $65,000 - $70,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field required
2–4 years of accounting experience (nonprofit experience preferred)
Strong understanding of GAAP; knowledge of nonprofit accounting is a plus
Experience with account reconciliations and month-end close required
Experience with payroll accounting or benefits reconciliation is a strong plus
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Experience with NetSuite (preferred) and/or similar ERP systems
Strong attention to detail with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication and organizational skills

Responsibilities

Prepare and maintain bank, credit card, and general ledger account reconciliations
Perform partnership reconciliations including tracking receivables and resolving variances
Support payroll and benefits reconciliations, including tie-outs between payroll reports, GL, and benefit providers
Prepare and post journal entries in NetSuite, including accruals, reclasses, and monthly close entries
Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes
Perform account analysis and variance explanations for assigned balance sheet and income statement accounts
Support audit requests by preparing schedules and providing documentation
Assist in improving accounting processes and strengthening internal controls
Collaborate cross-functionally with departments such as HR, Group Sales, and Business Development
Perform other duties as assigned