Staff at CRYSTORAMA Williston Park, New York

Summary

Staff Accountant Position

Crystorama is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our Finance team. This position will support the day-to-day accounting operations of the company, with a strong focus on bank reconciliations, payroll accounting, general ledger activity, and month-end close. This is a temp-to-perm opportunity with flexible part-time hours to start, offering a strong path for a current Accounting or Finance student to gain hands-on experience while completing their degree. The role is especially well suited for students expecting to graduate in December 2026 or May 2027, with the opportunity to transition into a permanent position.

The Staff Accountant will work closely with members of the Finance team to maintain accurate financial records, prepare journal entries and account reconciliations, enter and maintain payroll-related financial information, and assist with recurring monthly and year-end accounting activities. Because this role works with confidential payroll and financial information, the successful candidate must demonstrate a high level of discretion, financial integrity, professionalism, and sound judgment when handling sensitive information. The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, trustworthy, comfortable working with detailed financial information, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, including preparation of supporting schedules and account reconciliations.
• Prepare and post monthly journal entries, including accruals, prepaid expenses, reclasses, and other recurring entries.
• Enter and maintain payroll-related financial information and prepare payroll journal entries accurately and timely.
• Reconcile payroll-related general ledger accounts and research and resolve discrepancies.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations and research and resolve reconciling items.
• Prepare general ledger account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Assist with maintaining accurate general ledger balances and supporting documentation.
• Support the preparation of monthly financial reporting and schedules.
• Assist with fixed asset accounting, including additions, disposals, depreciation, and related account reconciliations.
• Ensure accounting transactions are recorded accurately and in accordance with company policies and GAAP.

• Review accounting transactions for proper coding and general ledger classification.
• Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash-related accounting activities as needed.
• Assist with cash receipts, credit card activity, and related reconciliations.
• Maintain organized and accurate accounting records and supporting documentation.
• Research and resolve accounting discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with other departments to obtain information and documentation needed to complete accounting tasks.
• Maintain strict confidentiality when handling payroll, employee, banking, and other sensitive financial information.

• Assist with external audit requests and preparation of supporting documentation.
• Prepare schedules and reports requested by Finance management.
• Support Finance team projects and process improvements as needed.
• Assist with maintaining and improving accounting procedures and internal controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred; candidates currently pursuing their degree with an expected graduation date of December 2026 or May 2027 are encouraged to apply.
• Prior accounting experience, internship experience, or relevant accounting coursework preferred.
• Exposure to or familiarity with month-end close, journal entries, bank reconciliations, payroll accounting, and general ledger account reconciliations preferred.
• Working knowledge of GAAP and fundamental accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and lookup functions.
• Experience working with ERP/accounting systems; NetSuite experience is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Demonstrated financial integrity, discretion, and ability to appropriately handle confidential and sensitive information.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a Finance team.

Why Join Crystorama?

At Crystorama, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within one of the lighting industry's most respected brands. You'll work directly with company ownership, lead the execution of nationally recognized trade shows, contribute to exciting showroom and facility projects, and play a central role in the company's continued growth.

Job Description

Staff Accountant Position

Crystorama is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our Finance team. This position will support the day-to-day accounting operations of the company, with a strong focus on bank reconciliations, payroll accounting, general ledger activity, and month-end close. This is a temp-to-perm opportunity with flexible part-time hours to start, offering a strong path for a current Accounting or Finance student to gain hands-on experience while completing their degree. The role is especially well suited for students expecting to graduate in December 2026 or May 2027, with the opportunity to transition into a permanent position.

The Staff Accountant will work closely with members of the Finance team to maintain accurate financial records, prepare journal entries and account reconciliations, enter and maintain payroll-related financial information, and assist with recurring monthly and year-end accounting activities. Because this role works with confidential payroll and financial information, the successful candidate must demonstrate a high level of discretion, financial integrity, professionalism, and sound judgment when handling sensitive information. The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, trustworthy, comfortable working with detailed financial information, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, including preparation of supporting schedules and account reconciliations.
• Prepare and post monthly journal entries, including accruals, prepaid expenses, reclasses, and other recurring entries.
• Enter and maintain payroll-related financial information and prepare payroll journal entries accurately and timely.
• Reconcile payroll-related general ledger accounts and research and resolve discrepancies.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations and research and resolve reconciling items.
• Prepare general ledger account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Assist with maintaining accurate general ledger balances and supporting documentation.
• Support the preparation of monthly financial reporting and schedules.
• Assist with fixed asset accounting, including additions, disposals, depreciation, and related account reconciliations.
• Ensure accounting transactions are recorded accurately and in accordance with company policies and GAAP.

• Review accounting transactions for proper coding and general ledger classification.
• Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash-related accounting activities as needed.
• Assist with cash receipts, credit card activity, and related reconciliations.
• Maintain organized and accurate accounting records and supporting documentation.
• Research and resolve accounting discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with other departments to obtain information and documentation needed to complete accounting tasks.
• Maintain strict confidentiality when handling payroll, employee, banking, and other sensitive financial information.

• Assist with external audit requests and preparation of supporting documentation.
• Prepare schedules and reports requested by Finance management.
• Support Finance team projects and process improvements as needed.
• Assist with maintaining and improving accounting procedures and internal controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred; candidates currently pursuing their degree with an expected graduation date of December 2026 or May 2027 are encouraged to apply.
• Prior accounting experience, internship experience, or relevant accounting coursework preferred.
• Exposure to or familiarity with month-end close, journal entries, bank reconciliations, payroll accounting, and general ledger account reconciliations preferred.
• Working knowledge of GAAP and fundamental accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and lookup functions.
• Experience working with ERP/accounting systems; NetSuite experience is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Demonstrated financial integrity, discretion, and ability to appropriately handle confidential and sensitive information.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a Finance team.

Why Join Crystorama?

At Crystorama, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within one of the lighting industry's most respected brands. You'll work directly with company ownership, lead the execution of nationally recognized trade shows, contribute to exciting showroom and facility projects, and play a central role in the company's continued growth.