Staff Accountant, Compensation Accounting

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Bloomberg delivers critical information in a world where information matters. We give influential decision makers in business, finance and government an aggressive edge by connecting them to a dynamic network of news, people and ideas. To do that, we need a constant flow of ideas, energy, innovation—which is where you come in. At Bloomberg, you will have the opportunity to go above and beyond and to take risks. Be a part of an organization that is entering new markets, launching new ventures and pushing boundaries. Our ever-expanding array of technology, data, and news and media services nurtures innovation and empowers clients—and offers nearly limitless opportunities for career growth.

We’ll trust you to:

• Complete the month-end close cycle, including preparation and posting journal entries

• Perform variance analysis on actual vs. actual, actual vs budget/forecast, investigate discrepancies and explain the driver

• Assist with financial reporting and internal management reporting

• Prepare and maintain account reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and timely resolution of reconciling items

• Support statutory, internal and external audits

• Work on special projects and ad hoc analysis, as needed

• Partner with teams outside of Compensation Accounting to provide value added analysis

• Support internal and external stakeholders with all ensuing requests.

• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency of existing processes and propose enhancements

• Bring a positive, proactive attitude to a high-performing and collaborative team.

You’ll need to have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; CPA preferred but not required

• 3+ years of experience, with a strong focus in reconciliations

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel including Lookups and pivot tables

• A collaborative attitude and the ability to prioritize tasks as needed

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Strong time management and work organization skills

We’d Love to See:

• Public Accounting Experience

Salary Range = 85,000 - 120,000 USD Annual + Benefits + Bonus
The referenced salary range is based on the Company's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level.

We offer one of the most comprehensive and generous benefits plans available and offer a range of total rewards that may include merit increases, incentive compensation (exempt roles only), paid holidays, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, life insurance, and various wellness programs, among others. The Company does not provide benefits directly to contingent workers/contractors and interns.
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How we rate this

Staff Accountant, Compensation Accounting at Bloomberg rates 38 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

Classification

Little AI. AI is not part of the work.