Junior Staff Accountant

LIM College - The Business of Fashion & Lifestyle is currently seeking candidates for the position of Junior Staff Accountant.

Founded in 1939 and located in midtown Manhattan, LIM College is a female‑led and owned institution focused on the global business of fashion and lifestyle. Offering master’s, bachelor’s, and associate degree programs, LIM prepares students for career success via an immersive approach grounded in real‑world experience and learning by doing required internships. LIM College’s commitment to excellence in business education ensures graduates are sought after by a wide range of employers, as evidenced by a Career Outcomes Rate of 96% for the Class of 2022.

Alumni excel throughout all areas of fashion and lifestyle and have gone on to work for companies such as Chanel, Gucci, Alexander McQueen, Ross Stores, The Financial Times, Ulta Beauty, Google, Saks Fifth Avenue, Cannabis Creative, and The National Football League.

The Junior Staff Accountant supports purchasing and accounts payable operations by ensuring accurate invoice processing, procurement compliance, vendor coordination, and strong documentation practices. This role focuses on operational execution and compliance while maintaining clear separation from cash disbursement and independent reconciliations.

Salary Range
: $55,500 - $65,000/Annually

• Procurement & Purchasing Support:
  • Enter and process purchase requisitions in Req Logic ensuring accuracy and policy compliance
  • Maintain executed contracts and procurement documentation
  • Liaise with departments to clarify purchasing requirements and procedures
  • Coordinate with vendors and departments to resolve purchasing issues
  • Support purchasing‑related training for staff and new hires
• Accounts Payable Operations:
  • Manage full‑cycle invoice processing including PO matching, coding, approvals, and GP entry
  • Process recurring vendor invoices and ensure accuracy against contracts
  • Record prepaid and deferred expenses accurately
  • Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies
  • Process student refunds and deposits in compliance with policies and regulations
• Records & Audit Support:
  • Maintain organized, audit‑ready documentation in SharePoint and accounting systems
  • Provide documentation and schedules for internal and external audits

• Timely and accurate completion of assigned accounting tasks and reconciliations.
• Financial statements and reports are accurate, well‑supported, and delivered by established deadlines.
• Effective communication and collaboration across departments.

Education
:
Four‑year college degree or equivalent in accounting or related field

Required Knowledge
:
Strong information systems skills including Microsoft Excel, Word, and accounting

Experience Required
:
Minimum of 1‑2 years of accounting, auditing, or accounts payable experience

Skills/Abilities

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and experience dealing effectively with a wide range of people
• Outstanding customer service skills and desire to assist others; approachable;
  Excellent writing and editing skills
• Strong initiative: able to take action and determine correct course of action to solve problems, complete assignments, etc.
• Excellent organizational skills; able to set and juggle multiple priorities
• Flexibility, able work with minimal supervision under tight deadlines and in pressure situations
• Ability to work in person or remote as conditions warrant
• Understanding of accounting software

• College Closed for Summer Fridays
• Tuition Remission or Tuition Exchange
• 6 Weeks of Paid Holidays
• Birthday Day to Celebrate your Birthday
• 2-4 weeks of vacation based on longevity; 7 sick days annually