Senior Accountant

Company Description

OUR STORY

Equinox Group is a high growth collective of the world's most influential, experiential, and differentiated lifestyle brands. We restlessly seek what is next for maximizing life - and boldly grow the lifestyle brands and experiences that define it. In addition to Equinox, our other brands SoulCycle and Equinox Hotels are all recognized for inspiring and motivating members and employees to maximize life. Our portfolio of brands is recognized globally with locations within every major city across the United States in addition to London, Toronto, and Vancouver.

OUR CODE

We are passionate about high performance living and we practice what we preach – investing time in our own health and fitness. We believe that everyone has untapped potential within them and it takes a disruptive approach to unleash it. We dream big and don’t settle for the status quo. We sweat the details . We never accept less than 110%to help each other deliver the Equinox experience and enable our members to get great results. We are obsessed with what’s new, what’s now, what’s next . Never following, always leading, living ahead of the moment in fashion, culture, and consumer behavior. We aren’t just a company; we’re a community vested in each other’s success. We value humility and a team approach at every level of the company.

If you are a high performing individual who is passionate about winning and inspiring others, then we are excited to discuss career opportunities with you.

Job Description

The Senior Accountant is a key position within our Accounting department. The expectations for the role are to demonstrate strong and effective management over the monthly close process specific to his or her responsibilities.

The Senior Accountant will assist in the month end close accounting cycle and internal and external reporting of the Company. This individual will manage the month end responsibilities of the Company, including, but not limited to recording general and administrative and operating expenses transactions and related account reconciliations and variance analysis. The position will oversee the responsibilities of staff accountants.

The candidate will be able to develop and maintain smooth, cooperative working relationships with all levels in the Company and cross-functional departments such as Accounts Payable, Financial Planning & Analysis, Financial Reporting, Payroll, Marketing, Risk Management, Legal and Tax. Qualified candidates will bring a strong knowledge of US GAAP, proven leadership ability, excellent communication skills as well as a strong record of process improvements.

This individual will approach projects with a flexible, innovative, detail-oriented approach, and a strong emphasis on system-based (rather than people-based) solutions.

This position will report directly to the Manager of Accounting at the Company’s corporate headquarters.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the month-end close process including but not limited to: recording corporate and operating expenses, prepaid expenses, accruals and reserves
• Monitor, analyze, and reconcile various expense accounts
• Support the transactions and fluctuations of the P&L accounts with robust variance analysis
• Perform balance sheet account reconciliations and provide analytical commentary on fluctuations
• Provide guidance and training to staff accountants
• Prepare various schedules, memos, and supporting documentation for internal records and external audit
• Generate periodic financial reports for monthly close and provide variance analysis
• Work in partnership with and provide support to managers for various financial and operating analyses and ad hoc projects
• Ability to work and partner effectively with other departments, such as Accounts Payable, Legal, Marketing, Risk Management, Financial Reporting, Financial Planning & Analysis, and Tax
• Research and implement strategic based processes to improve accounting and month-end close responsibilities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, MBA or Masters preferred
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a monthly end close accounting function and preparation of various financial reports.
• CPA or actively pursuing CPA certification preferred
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint)
• Knowledge of D365 Finance and Operations, Microsoft Dynamics AX, a plus
• Knowledge of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP) and experience with internal controls
• 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.
• Great attention to detail and highly organized
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Career-minded and goal-oriented person who can see challenges as an opportunity for future advancements

Pay Transparency: Min $83K - Max $93K

Additional Information

AS A MEMBER OF THE EQUINOX TEAM YOU WILL RECEIVE:

• We offer a 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

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

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