The Staff Accountant, Financial Reporting and Compliance, is an important position within our Finance team.  This individual will participate in the quarterly and annual financial reporting process for Equinox and our other brands as well as perform certain tasks in the monthly closing process, assist in the preparation for investor calls and audit committee meetings, and assist on ad hoc research projects as they arise.The candidate will be able to develop and maintain smooth, cooperative working relationships with all levels in the Company. This individual will be eager to learn, organized and possess excellent communication skills.This position will report directly to the Senior Accountant of Financial Reporting & Compliance and work with the Financial Reporting & Compliance Director at the Company’s corporate office at 1 Park Avenue, New York, New York.RESPONSIBILITIES:Perform key functions in the quarterly and annual financial reporting process, including assistance in preparation of quarterly and annual reports, appropriate materials for investor calls, audit committee meetings and board of director meetingsMust be able to understand the intent and provide meaningful information to the users of the financial statementsAssist in preparation of quarterly share-based compensation calculations and maintaining stock option program agreements/records for numerous plansPerform key functions in the consolidation processAssist in ensuring financial reports are compliant and contain appropriate disclosuresResearch technical accounting guidance and prepare analysis, as directed by supervisorsAssist the finance team in working with external auditors during the annual audit and quarterly reviews by preparing schedules and providing supporting documentationParticipate in preparation of management’s discussion and analysis including key metrics of the business.  Reach out to key partners within the business to ensure accurate and up to date information is included in our reportingRespond to inquiries from supervisors on a timely basisPrepare ratios and other types of analytics to assist users of the financial statements, when neededAble to work and partner effectively with other departments, such as General Counsel, People Services, Accounting, Payroll, Tax, Accounts Payable, and TreasuryWill report to a CPA, so will have opportunity to gain experience hours if a CPA candidate
