Staff Accountant

MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company SA•New York, NY

13d

About The Position

The Staff Accountant supports the Corporate Accounting department by preparing, analyzing, and reconciling financial records and reports. This role ensures accurate and timely posting of accounting transactions, assists with month-end and year-end closing activities, and maintains compliance with internal controls and accounting standards.

Requirements

Analytical: advanced
Attention to detail: advanced
Communication skills: intermediate
Internal customer orientation: intermediate
Dependability: advanced
Organization skills: fundamental
Proactivity: intermediate
Problem solving: intermediate
Team player: advanced
English: advanced
MS Excel with the ability to learn new software: advanced
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent experience
Authorization to work in the U.S

Nice To Haves

Data analytics experience/knowledge
SAP experience mandatory
Concur, and MS Access experience a plus
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Minimum 2-4 years industry experience

Responsibilities

Prepare, review, and post journal entries in accordance with internal accounting procedures.
Reconcile general ledger accounts, including balance sheet accounts, bank accounts, and intercompany accounts.
Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes.
Prepare supporting schedules for internal and external audits.
Review and analyze expense reports, vendor records, and financial data for accuracy.
Maintain accurate financial records and documentation in compliance with company policies and audit requirements.
Preparing monthly financial reports, variance analyses, and ad hoc reporting for management and GVA per procedures.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and accurate recording of operational expenses and revenues.
Managing Accounts Payable and bank accounts.
Identify process improvements and support implementation of enhanced accounting procedures.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental & Vision Insurance
Life Insurance: one-time annual salary up to $50,000
Long Term Disability Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Business Travel Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts - (Health, Dependent Care, Transit/Parking)
Supplemental Life, Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Plans
Short Term Disability Insurance
401K Plan – 3% Safe Harbor Contribution with option for additional 3% employer match.
Wellness Program initiatives / Free MSC Partner Subscriptions with Calm
Partner Discount Programs with MSC Cruises, Apple, Dell, Nissan, Whirlpool, AT&T, Pets Best and others.