Staff Accountant II

Effectual is seeking an experienced Staff Accountant II to join our finance team in Jersey City, NJ. As a Staff Accountant II, you will be responsible for managing and reporting the organization’s financial data with accuracy and integrity. Key duties include leading the preparation of financial statements, conducting account analyses, reconciling accounts, and ensuring compliance with GAAP.

A successful Staff Accountant II has excellent attention to detail, advanced knowledge of accounting software, and a strong grasp of GAAP principles. You are organized, have a meticulous approach to tracking financial documents, and possess an investigative mindset to uncover and resolve discrepancies in financial reporting. Effective communication and collaboration are key, as you will interact across departments. A problem solver at heart, you are dedicated to continuous learning and have an analytical approach to accounting challenges.

• Lead the monthly general ledger close process by recording journal entries, reconciling accounts, and performing variance analysis.
• Reconcile bank accounts at least monthly, verifying deposits, and addressing bank inquiries.
• Prepare and review financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
• Perform ad hoc analysis and reporting to support management decision-making.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of enterprise-level accounting experience.
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP and accounting best practices.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel; experience with pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and data analysis.
• Experience with financial technology platforms, such as FinancialForce or similar.
• Superb attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively at all levels.
• Strong interpersonal skills; able to work independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to work on-site in Jersey City office 1-2 days per week.

• CPA or CMA
• Public accounting experience a plus.

Full-time employees are eligible to participate in our employee benefit programs:

• Medical, dental, and vision health insurances,
• Short term disability, long term disability and life insurances,
• 401k with Company match
• Paid time off (PTO) (120 hours PTO that accrue over one year)
• Paid time off for major holidays (14 days per year)
• These and any other employee benefit offerings are subject to management’s discretion and may change at any time. 

The work is generally performed in an office environment.  Physical demands include sitting, keyboarding, verbal communication, written communication.  Employees are occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

Salary Range for this position: $90,000-$100,000

"Salary ranges provided are for informational purposes only and may vary depending on factors such as experience, qualifications, and geographic location. The final salary offer will be determined based on the candidate's skills and alignment with the role requirements."

This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended anytime at the sole discretion of the Employer. Duties and responsibilities are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship. Effectual Inc. is an EEO employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected classification in its hiring, promoting, or any other job-related opportunity.