Sr. Accountant

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a team in New York on a contract-to-permanent basis. This position is well suited for a finance specialist who can keep accounting operations running smoothly while producing reliable reporting and supporting month-end activities. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to work closely with leadership on financial reporting and compliance.

Responsibilities:
• Lead and support the daily work of the Accounting Clerk, helping maintain accuracy, timeliness, and consistency across core accounting tasks.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and internal reports, reviewing balances and records to confirm the integrity of the books.
• Administer accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, including monitoring collections activity and maintaining related records in Yardi.
• Complete month-end close procedures by recording journal entries, organizing supporting documentation, and assisting with audit-related requests.
• Review and manage billing activity to ensure charges are processed correctly and follow established company guidelines.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and bank transactions, investigating discrepancies and resolving issues promptly.
• Build detailed spreadsheets and financial analyses in Microsoft Excel to support reporting, forecasting, and operational review.
• Partner with management to deliver clear financial insights and reports that support planning and business decisions.
• Maintain accounting practices that meet applicable regulations and align with organizational financial standards.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in a senior-level accounting role with hands-on responsibility for month-end close activities.
• Strong working knowledge of general ledger accounting, journal entry preparation, and account reconciliation.
• Experience completing bank reconciliations and reviewing financial records for accuracy and completeness.
• Familiarity with audit support processes, including preparing schedules and responding to documentation requests.
• Practical experience managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, and billing workflows.
• Proficiency with Yardi for accounting or property-related financial operations.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with the ability to create reports, analyze data, and organize financial information.

Compensation

$32.00-$40.00 Hourly

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