About Us
Unique Industries is a family-owned business with over 60 years of industry experience. When you work for Unique, you get all the perks of larger corporations, such as 401K, multiple choices of healthcare plans, generous paid time off, and more. However, the difference between us and a larger corporation is that here at Unique, we are family. Your CEO and management team are involved in day-to-day operations and make sure that each location sees how much they are appreciated through annual company picnics and holiday luncheons. So if you're looking for a job that is exciting, rewarding, and team-focused - then apply today! We would love to have you come join the party.
About Our Opportunity
We are seeking a Staff Accountant to work in the Philadelphia corporate office which is located in the Philadelphia Navy Yard. This Staff Accountant will prepare and analyze accounting information required for the monthly close. This Accountant ill also assists in the preparation of management reporting.
Responsibilities
- Participate in monthly close process by preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and management reporting.
- Analyze and reconcile general ledger accounts on a monthly basis.
- Prepare accurate and timely accounting reports (sales by product class, commission reports, etc.) as assigned.
- Prepare work papers and schedules to support annual financial statement audit.
- Ensures tasks are completed accurately and on time in accordance with published monthly closing calendar.
- Prepares and analyzes daily sales journals.
- Prepares and analyzes weekly credit journals.
- Perform required reporting/submissions to ensure tax compliance.
- Responsible for oversight of royalty accounting; includes preparing and analyzing royalty reporting covering the company’s large license portfolio; prepares royalty expense and liability analysis.
- Perform other related duties as required and assigned.
Qualifications
- Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and financial analysis.
- Effective oral/presentation and written communication skills.
- Interpersonal and team skills with ability to professionally interact with all levels of personnel.
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to multi-task.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.
- 1-2 years of accounting experience is preferred; Accounting internship strongly preferred if no other experience
- Any equivalent combination of education, experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Unique Industries, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all applicants and employees for all positions without regards to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other status protected under local, state or federal laws.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting
- Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and financial analysis
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Effective oral, presentation, and written communication skills
- Interpersonal and teamwork skills
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask
- 1-2 years of accounting experience
- Accounting internship if no other experience
- Equivalent combination of education, experience, and training
What We Do
For more than 55 years, Unique has been an industry leader in product development, licensing rights, manufacturing and customer relations. We have an extensive distribution network serving the needs of the world’s largest retailers and distributors. Our full line of licensed and proprietary party goods includes Paper Products, Balloons, Piñatas, Decorations, Party Favors and much more. Our brand recognition keeps us on the cutting edge of today’s hottest licensed properties, and our classic prints and patterns never go out of style. Unique Industries is one of the largest privately owned party supply manufacturer and distributor in the world. We have offices in four countries including the United States, United Kingdom, Canada and China. Within our facilities, you will find a stimulating work atmosphere fueled by the pioneering creativity of the entire Unique team. We work in casual yet professional environments that constantly remind us that we are in the business of selling joy, laughter and celebration. In today’s business world, a thin margin separates the industry leaders from the competition. At Unique, we believe our associates provide that margin, and we do all we can to foster an environment of ingenuity and cooperation. We want all associates to feel valued in their contributions to the company’s success. Join our team in providing our customers with the most extensive and innovative line of party supplies. At Unique we offer you the opportunity to truly thrive with an industry leader.
