Job Overview – Senior Accountant:
Step into a key role as a Senior Accountant at our client’s top Financial Services Firm in New York City! This long-term project involves high-level accounting support, overseeing financial operations, and ensuring compliance with US GAAP standards.
Compensation: $50 – $60/hour
Location: New York, NY
Responsibilities as the Senior Accountant:
- Month/Quarter End Processes: Assist with journal entries, transaction reviews, and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Financial Statement Preparation: Prepare timely and accurate audited financial statements in accordance with US GAAP.
- Management Reporting: Support quarterly management reporting, including variance and trend analysis.
- Fixed Asset Register Maintenance: Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
- Ad-hoc Projects: Collaborate with the Financial Controller on various projects to support financial operations.
- Departmental Coordination: Gather necessary information for financial reporting from various departments.
- Data Integrity: Ensure accuracy in all financial documents and reports.
Qualifications for the Senior Accountant:
- CPA Certification: CPA with 5+ years post-qualification experience in a multi-currency Financial Services environment.
- Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
- US GAAP Proficiency: Strong technical accounting knowledge and proficiency in US GAAP.
- Detail-Oriented: Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Self-Motivated: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- MS Office Proficiency: Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel (ERP systems experience is a plus).
Application Notice: Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, Atlantic Group will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.