Staff Accountant

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, and 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

The Staff Accountant will be responsible for recording general and administrative, club operating expenses and capital expenditures and related GL reconciliations. This individual will also assist with quarterly reviews, year-end audit requests, monthly P&L reviews, and ad hoc research projects as they arise.

This individual will manage month-end close responsibilities of the Company, including but not limited to recording plant, property, and equipment and software fixed assets, depreciation expense, and club operating and overhead expenses. The position will manage all new and existing capital leases.

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 Facilities, Procurement, Capital Development, FP&A, and Accounts Payable. Qualified candidates will have a willingness to learn, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills.

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

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform key functions in the monthly close process including but not limited to: recording capital projects, tracking existing fixed assets, recording depreciation, accounting for disposals, review AP coding for accuracy, accruals for various club and overhead expenses and related balance sheet account reconciliations.
• Monitor, analyze, and reconcile various expense accounts and prepare budget vs actuals analysis.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations to support accrual, prepaid and cash balances.
• Build rapport with club managers to assist with monthly financial inquires.
• Able to work and partner effectively with other departments, such as Facilities, Capital Development, Payroll, club General Managers, and Financial Reporting.
• Generate periodic financial reports for monthly close and provide variance analysis
• Assist with preparation of various schedules and supporting documentation for the external audit
• Ad hoc projects to continually improve business processes within finance team and broader company.
• Will work directly with several CPA, so will have opportunity to gain experience hours if a CPA candidate.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in a monthly end close accounting function and preparation of various financial reports. 
• CPA or actively pursuing CPA certification preferred
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint)
• Knowledge of D365 Finance and Operations, Microsoft Dynamics AX, 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.
• Great attention to detail and highly organized
• Career-minded and goal-oriented person who can see challenges as an opportunity for future advancements

Pay Transparency: $75K - $80K

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
• 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 https://careers.equinox.com/

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