Staff Accountant

WHO WE ARE

Equinox is a category of one, setting the global standard for luxury health, wellness, and hospitality. Our spaces are intentionally elevated, our standards uncompromising, and our expectations high. We attract people who take pride in excellence, care deeply about quality, and want to be part of something that feels different the moment you walk through the door.

We are builders, operators, and innovators who believe great environments and meaningful human connection change lives. Diversity, belonging, and ownership aren’t slogans here, they’re how we work. At Equinox, colleagues don’t just support the business; they shape the future of wellness. Because for us, it’s not fitness. It’s life.

WHAT WE DO

We create premium, immersive experiences where performance, hospitality, design, and human connection converge—and every detail matters. This is not a traditional fitness environment. It is a place where high standards, accountability, and pride in craft define the work.

Fueled by an entrepreneurial mindset, we trust our people with real responsibility and real impact. Growth is earned through action, learning is hands‑on, and careers are built by those who want to operate at the highest level. At Equinox, we don’t just offer opportunities—we offer long‑term pathways for people who want to do meaningful work in an environment that expects more and delivers more.

The Staff Accountant, Corporate Accounting, is an important position within our Finance team. This individual will be responsible for our international Equinox business in Canada & UK. This role will be a key member of the monthly close process and analysis, working closely with our external auditors for the annual financial audit for all UK entities, and assist on ad hoc research projects as they arise.

The candidate will be able to develop and maintain smooth, cooperative working relationships with all levels in the Company. This individual will be eager to learn, organized and possess excellent communication skills.

This position is an excellent role for someone wanting to gain experience in full end to end accounting across a multi entity and multi-site UK business, while also starting or continuing their professional development via their studies and examinations.

This position will report directly to the Manager of Accounting in the UK Office and work closely with the Accounting team at the Company’s corporate headquarters located in New York, New York.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform key functions in the monthly close process including but not limited to; revenue, payroll, rent, general accruals and prepaids, and cash transactions.
• Responsible for all accounting transactions for international club and studio locations.
• Maintain balance sheet reconciliations at set intervals depending on account.
• Provide analysis for any variances to budget in monthly accounting review meetings.
• Maintain relationships with our club’s General Managers as their main point of contact on all P&L questions.
• Respond to inquiries from supervisors on a timely basis.
• Meet required deadlines for all monthly, quarterly and yearly close related tasks.
• Able to work and partner effectively with other departments, such as club General Managers, Human Resources, Legal, Real Estate, Accounts Payable, Treasury, and Financial Reporting.

• Degree holder preferred.
• 1-2 years of experience in accounting, monthly close and preparation of various journals.
• Experience accounting under  IFRS and/or  US GAAP is a plus.
• Actively pursuing or interest in pursuing qualified accountant (i.e, ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or international equivalent certifications.  
• Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 & OneStream is a plus
• Self-motivated, proactive thinker with ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize workload.
• Work both independently with limited supervision as well as in a team environment.
• Able to handle pressure and short deadlines with a positive attitude.
• Exhibit willingness and ability to learn, adapt and improve the environment.
• Detail oriented, with strong analytical and communication skills.
• Proficient PC skills in the areas of integrated business system environments, and other basic office software, such as, spreadsheet, database and word-processing. 
• Interest in working with AI agents to improve and optimise future workflows.
• Career-minded and goal-oriented person who is able to see challenges as an opportunity for future advancements.

AS A MEMBER OF THE EQUINOX TEAM YOU WILL RECEIVE: 

• We offer competitive salary, benefits, and industry leading commission opportunities for club employees 
• Complimentary Club membership 
• Perks and incentives with our products and services including Personal Training, Pilates, Spa and Shop 

NOTE: This job description is intended to describe the general requirements for the position. It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Other duties not listed here may be assigned as necessary to ensure the proper operations of the department.  

Equinox is an equal opportunity employer. For more information regarding our career opportunities, please visit one of our clubs or our website at https://careers.equinox.com/ 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Must have a legal right to work in the United Kingdom.