Accountant

About Athena 

Athena is a marketing consultancy where great ideas are activated. With a blend of strategic thinking, creative vision, and hands-on execution, we partner with organizations looking to transform their presence, reputation, and performance. For over ten years, we’ve delivered business insights, marketing strategies, and brand activations for leading organizations in industries ranging from telecommunications to major league sports.  

Our people make Athena, Athena. They’re what help set us apart from traditional ad agencies and consultancies. As a 2024 Philadelphia Inquirer Top Workplace, we take pride in fostering a work environment where passion meets excellence. Our people are solutions-oriented individuals who eagerly roll up their sleeves to make work that works while sharing a couple of laughs along the way.   

About the Position 

Athena is looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Accountant to join our growing Operations Team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment.

What you'll be responsible for:

• Strategic planning, directing and coordinating of accounting operational functions; inclusive of budgeting, forecasting, risk identification and offering recommendations for key stakeholder decision making.
• Support regulatory reporting, frequently including tax planning and compliance.
• Establish a strong rapport with clients and vendors to support service contract negotiations and maintenance of receivables and payables.
• Preparing balance sheet, profit and loss statement, and other reports monthly and as requested to summarize and interpret current and projected company financial position for management.
• Monthly closing duties, account analysis, and special projects inclusive of account reconciliation and banking functions.
• Prepare, analyze and present monthly, quarterly and year-end financial reporting and in support of regular leadership meetings and requests.
• Conduct daily accounts payable and accounts receivable functions such as management of General Ledger entries, ACH and wire transfers, client invoicing, management of billing systems, bill payment, corporate credit card program, reconciliation of expenses and disburse payments. Rigorous adherence to schedules and deadlines.
• Review, research and resolve financial discrepancies.
• Conduct meetings and collaborate with project leads to prepare and maintain statements of work, external invoices and schedules. Report out operational information including project performance metrics, data pulls.
• Maintain and reinforce compliance and support for ISO27001 certification.
• Execute special projects, ad hoc requests and other duties as assigned.

The skills and experience you should have: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required (CPA or MBA a plus)
• 1 -2 years minimum experience in a financial role
• Proficiency with QuickBooks Online (Plus or Advanced) required
• In-depth working knowledge of accounting systems (A/P, A/R, Billing, General Ledger)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office product
• Ability to demonstrate analytical processes, identify opportunities and execute improvements utilizing logical decision-making skills
• Characteristics of high integrity, passion, and self-discipline with a strong attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• High emotional intelligence
• Demonstrate outstanding leadership and organizational skills
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information
• Ability to balance attention to detail with swift execution
• Ability to handle difficult situations and respond to changing priorities
• Possess an entrepreneurial spirit and exposure to high-growth, fast-paced, and collaborative environment

• Medical/Dental benefits including of 1K Health Reimbursement Account
• Matching 401K
• Generous PTO policy
• Substantial Parental Leave Policy

Curious about your career path at Athena? This role is at the Sr. Analyst level within Athena’s career-path structure. This team has the following levels of progression for growth and development. 

Analyst --> Sr. Analyst --> Manager --> Sr. Manager --> Director --> Sr. Director --> Executive Director 

Oh, and our application process is open, easy, as transparent as we can make it, and painless. We need team members like you to join us! Let’s get started. 

Athena is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance in applying for a position, please contact us at 866.299.6040.