Sr. Staff Accountant

Job Description

The Senior Accountant, Financial Reporting and Compliance, is an important position within our Finance team. This individual will participate in the quarterly and annual financial reporting process for Equinox and our other brands as well as perform certain tasks in the monthly closing process, assist in the preparation for investor calls and audit committee meetings, and assist on ad hoc research projects as they arise.

The individual will have a strong knowledge of GAAP accounting and technical concepts, including, but not limited to, share-based compensation, business combinations, revenue recognition, lease accounting, goodwill and fair value of various equity and debt instruments.

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 will report directly to the Manager of Financial Reporting & Compliance and work with a Staff Accountant at the Company’s corporate office at 1 Park Avenue, New York, New York.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Perform key functions in the quarterly and annual financial reporting process, including assistance in preparation of quarterly and annual reports, appropriate materials for investor calls, audit committee meetings and board of director meetings
• Must be able to understand the intent and provide meaningful information to the users of the financial statements
• Assist in preparation of quarterly share-based compensation calculations and maintaining stock option program agreements / records for numerous plans
• Perform key functions in the consolidation process
• Assist in ensuring financial reports are compliant and contain appropriate disclosures
• Assist with the monthly and quarterly investor and bank reporting requirements, including detail review of schedules prepared and final reports to be issued.
• Research technical accounting guidance and prepare analysis, as directed by supervisors
• Assist the finance team in working with external auditors during the annual audit and quarterly reviews by preparing schedules and providing supporting documentation
• Coordinate annual audit and quarterly review activities with external audit team including managing the internal calendar of accounting deliverables
• Assist with the quarterly valuation process on Equinox Group and its affiliates share prices with our 3rd party valuation team
• Participate in preparation of management’s discussion and analysis including key metrics of the business. Reach out to key partners within the business to ensure accurate and up to date information is included in our reporting
• Respond to inquiries from supervisors on a timely basis
• Prepare ratios and other types of analytics to assist users of the financial statements, when needed
• Able to work and partner effectively with other departments, such as General Counsel, People Services, Accounting, Payroll, Tax, Accounts Payable, and Treasury
• Will report directly to a CPA, so will have opportunity to gain experience hours if a CPA candidate

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting
• Approximately 2-5 years of experience in accounting, monthly close and preparation of various financial reports
• Active CPA preferred (or actively pursuing CPA certification)
• Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365, One-Stream, and Shareworks, 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
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Understanding of consolidations, NCI, discontinued operations, related parties, equity method accounting, and other complex equity & debt arrangements
• Proficient PC skills in the areas of integrated business system environments, and other basic office software, such as, spreadsheet, database and word-processing
• Career-minded and goal-oriented person who can see challenges as an opportunity for future advancements

Pay Transparency : Min $85K - $95K

Additional Information

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
• 30- 50% discounts on all Equinox products and services including Personal Training, Private Pilates, Spa and Café’ services and Shop items

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.