Staff Accountant

Description

About Wolf-Gordon

Wolf Gordon is a leading B2B design company focused on creating exceptional interior spaces through wallcoverings, textiles, coatings, and acoustics. We partner closely with architects, designers, and purchasing teams across commercial sectors, including hospitality.

Job Description

The Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting the day-to-day accounting operations of the company, including general ledger maintenance, account reconciliations, journal entries, accounts payable and receivable support, financial reporting assistance, and month-end close activities. This role requires strong attention to detail, accuracy, organization, and the ability to work collaboratively with Finance, Operations, Human Resources, and other departments. The ideal candidate is hands-on, dependable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and deadlines.

Location: 

Wolf-Gordon headquarters is in NYC’s Fashion District; however, our workforce is located throughout the country. This position offers a hybrid schedule of 1–2 days in the office and 3-4 days working remotely.

Responsibilities:

General Accounting

• Prepare and post journal entries accurately and timely.
• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Maintain general ledger accounts and ensure transactions are properly recorded.
• Prepare prepaid and accrual analysis and entries.
• Analyze fixed assets.
• Reconcile inventory reports from mills/warehouse to month end inventory ledger
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts, including cash, prepaid expenses, accrued expenses, credit cards, and other assigned accounts.
• Research and resolve accounting discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Assist with maintaining accurate financial records in accordance with company policies and accounting standards.

Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable Support

• Assist with vendor invoice review, coding, approvals, and payment processing.
• Support accounts receivable activities, including payment application, customer account review, and follow-up on outstanding balances as needed.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve billing or payment discrepancies.
• Maintain organized documentation for invoices, payments, deposits, and related accounting records.

Bank and Cash Reconciliations

• Prepare bank reconciliations and investigate variances.
• Record cash receipts, deposits, wire transfers, ACH activity, and related transactions.
• Assist with monitoring cash activity and ensure proper documentation is maintained.
• Assist with preparing cash forecasts.

Tax/License Related

• Assist with monitoring Sales and Use tax.
• Assist with maintaining license and certificate compliance.
• Assist with 1099 forms.

Financial Reporting and Analysis

• Assist in the preparation of internal financial reports and schedules.
• Provide supporting documentation for financial reviews, audits, tax filings, and compliance requirements.
• Support budget, forecast, and variance analysis processes as needed.
• Prepare monthly reports and analysis for management.
• Develop ad-hoc analysis.

Compliance and Internal Controls

• Follow established accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Assist with audit preparation and respond to documentation requests.
• Maintain accurate and confidential financial records.
• Recommend process improvements to increase efficiency, accuracy, and consistency.

Cross-Functional Support

• Work with other departments, resolve issues, and support accounting needs.
• Assist with payroll, benefits, expense reporting, or other finance-related processes.
• Provide professional and responsive support to internal and external contacts.
• Assist with financial system integration.

Requirements

Qualifications/Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting (preferred) or Finance.
• Minimum of 2–4 years of accounting experience. 
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles and general ledger activity.
• Experience with month-end close, reconciliations, journal entries, A/P, and A/R.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and data review.
• Experience with NetSuite, Concur, and Power BI systems preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines with a “can-do” attitude.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to manage confidential information with professionalism and discretion.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a corporate accounting environment.
• Experience in distribution, design, or related industries.
• Familiarity with sales tax, expense reporting, inventory accounting, and sales commissions.
• Experience supporting audits or financial reporting packages.

 Compensation/Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with your skill set, experience, and the position.
• Opportunity for growth: Our culture promotes mastering your abilities and setting you up for success, as well as mentorship opportunities.
• Comprehensive health benefits, a profit-sharing plan, paid time off, and other benefits.