Location:

Secaucus, New Jersey

Job Summary:

The Staff Accountant will be responsible for supporting the Accounting Department by providing financial information to management by researching and analyzing accounting data.

Responsibilities:

Key Accountabilities:

• Prepare bank reconciliations and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner

• Compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries to general ledger accounts

• Journalize store level expenses for items such as utilities, store repairs and maintenance, travel expense, and field bonus as well as expenses associated with various credit card accounts

• Prepare reconciliations for assets and liability accounts, including resolving reconciling items in a timely manner

• Prepare account analyses on balance sheet and income statement and attend meetings with management to explain account changes, adjustments, and irregularities

• Assist internal and external auditors in gathering information in an organized and timely manner

• Complete month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities

• Perform special projects as assigned by management and senior members of department

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field

• CPA or CPA candidate preferred

• 0-2 years of experience in related role, public accounting experience a plus

• Experience with USGAAP and the accrual basis of accounting

Skills and Behaviors:

• Familiarity with large General Ledger system, SAP, and Hyperion Essbase is a plus

• Proficient in Microsoft Office; advanced skills in Excel

• Ability to learn quickly and possess a strong interest in growing in accounting and/or finance

• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task

• Ability to adapt to change quickly and easily and shift approach in response to the demands of the situation

• Demonstrated flexibility especially during month-end and year-end closing processes

• Ability to work in a fast-paced and time sensitive working environment

• Ability to work independently as well as work well in teams

• Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to explain financial data and balances

make our PLACE yours

Being a part of our team takes collaboration and hard work. We are seeking top talent who are eager to contribute to a high-performing team!

We are proud to be the largest pure-play children’s specialty apparel retailer in North America and continue to celebrate the success of our collection of brands, including The Children’s PLACE, Gymboree, Sugar & Jade and PJ PLACE.

If you are eager to learn and work in a diverse, inclusive, fast-paced and engaging work environment, please review our current list of openings and apply today!

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