Staff Accountant (New York City)

Dassault Systèmes•New York, NY

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Staff Accountant plays a critical role in the monthly financial close process, ensuring the accuracy of the general ledger and the integrity of financial reporting. This position manages the lifecycle of fixed assets, oversees complex intercompany transactions, and maintains rigorous internal controls. It is an ideal role for a detail-oriented professional looking to apply U.S. GAAP or IFRS standards in a dynamic corporate environment.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a closely related field is required.
2-3 years of professional accounting experience, preferably in public accounting or a corporate mid-to-large-scale business environment.
Strong foundational understanding of U.S. GAAP or IFRS and the month-end close process.
Proficiency in Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs) and experience with ERP systems (e.g., Workday or NetSuite) is a plus.
Exceptional attention to detail, strong analytical problem-solving skills, and the ability to meet strict deadlines.

Responsibilities

Month-End Close & Reconciliations: Perform comprehensive balance sheet reconciliations for various accounts including Fixed Assets, Intangibles and Prepaid Expenses. Conduct root-cause analysis to resolve "unnatural" balances and aging items.
Asset Lifecycle Management: Manage the accounting for Fixed and Intangible assets across multiple entities, including depreciation/amortization runs, disposals, and impairment-related analysis.
Intercompany & Operational Accounting: Execute intercompany invoicing and expense allocations. Support operational entries for trial devices and sub-seller arrangements.
Prepaid Expense Oversight: Maintain and extend future amortization schedules, coordinating with business partners to ensure accurate classification of current and long-term assets.
Compliance & Audit Support: Maintain "audit-ready" documentation and support internal control compliance. Act as a key point of contact for internal and external auditors during walkthroughs and testing related to your areas.
Process Optimization: Actively participate in initiatives to automate accounting workflows and improve the efficiency of the close cycle.