The Staff Accountant supports accounting operations focusing on Accounts Payable and month-end close activities, ensuring accurate financial reporting.
About Us:
Comfrt is one of the fastest-growing direct-to-consumer brands, dedicated to blending mental wellness, inclusivity, and elevated comfort into every piece we create. Our mission goes beyond clothing — we strive to build a community where everyone feels supported and seen.
Role Overview
The Staff Accountant will support core accounting operations with a strong emphasis on Accounts Payable (AP) and month-end close activities. This role processes vendor invoices, maintains accurate financial records, supports month-end processes, and ensures timely, accurate reporting in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Process high-volume vendor invoices with proper GL coding, department tags, and cost centers.
- Perform 3-way match and confirm compliance with purchasing/approval policies.
- Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
- Manage vendor onboarding (W-9s, terms, tax IDs).
- Maintain organized AP documentation for audits and internal controls.
- Assist with annual 1099 preparation.
- Prepare month-end entries including bank transactions and credit card entries.
- Reconcile balance sheet accounts: AP, accrued expenses, prepaids, clearing accounts, etc.
- Ensure accurate expense cutoff and proper period recognition.
- Assist with month-end schedules, variance analysis, and internal reporting.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure complete data.
- Support process documentation and internal control improvements.
- Assist with Sales and Use Tax, Franchise Tax, and Income Tax management and document preparation.
- Provide schedules and documentation for external/internal audits.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- 1-3 years of experience in AP and month-end close.
- Strong understanding of accrual accounting and GAAP.
- Experience using an ERP.
- Proficiency with Excel (XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, pivot tables, reconciliations).
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage deadlines and handle multiple priorities in a high-volume environment.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.
Why Join Comfrt?
- Be part of a purpose-driven company that’s shaping the future of comfort and mental wellness.
- Work in a supportive, creative environment where your ideas and growth are valued.
- Enjoy Comfrt benefits such as generous paid time off, company-covered health insurance, 5% 401k match, and discounts on all Comfrt products!
- Join a passionate team making an impact on exciting projects, all while enjoying the flexibility and collaborative support of a fully remote environment.
Comfrt is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.
Top Skills
Erp
Excel
Similar Jobs
Healthtech • Information Technology • Other • Social Impact • Software • Telehealth
As a Staff Accountant, manage accounts payable, assist in financial reporting and auditing, and identify process improvements leveraging technology and AI tools.
Top Skills:
Ai ToolsExcelRampSage Intacct
Consumer Web • Retail
The Staff Accountant will manage accounting transactions, resolve exceptions, perform reconciliations, and assist with software testing and enhancements.
Top Skills:
ExcelMicrosoft Office Suite
Insurance
The Staff Accountant monitors and reconciles accounts, prepares financial statements, maintains records, and supports operational accounting tasks.
Top Skills:
Sage Intacct
What you need to know about the NYC Tech Scene
As the undisputed financial capital of the world, New York City is an epicenter of startup funding activity. The city has a thriving fintech scene and is a major player in verticals ranging from AI to biotech, cybersecurity and digital media. It also has universities like NYU, Columbia and Cornell Tech attracting students and researchers from across the globe, providing the ecosystem with a constant influx of world-class talent. And its East Coast location and three international airports make it a perfect spot for European companies establishing a foothold in the United States.
Key Facts About NYC Tech
- Number of Tech Workers: 549,200; 6% of overall workforce (2024 CompTIA survey)
- Major Tech Employers: Capgemini, Bloomberg, IBM, Spotify
- Key Industries: Artificial intelligence, Fintech
- Funding Landscape: $25.5 billion in venture capital funding in 2024 (Pitchbook)
- Notable Investors: Greycroft, Thrive Capital, Union Square Ventures, FirstMark Capital, Tiger Global Management, Tribeca Venture Partners, Insight Partners, Two Sigma Ventures
- Research Centers and Universities: Columbia University, New York University, Fordham University, CUNY, AI Now Institute, Flatiron Institute, C.N. Yang Institute for Theoretical Physics, NASA Space Radiation Laboratory


