Job Overview – Senior Accounting Associate
Compensation: $115,000 – $130,000/year + bonus
Location: New York, NY
Schedule: Monday to Friday (Hybrid)
Atlantic Group is hiring a Senior Accounting Associate in New York, NY for our client, supporting controllership, financial reporting, and accounting operations within a financial consulting firm. This role will manage general accounting activities, month-end close processes, account reconciliations, and financial operations for a portfolio of clients. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in GAAP accounting, public accounting or client service experience, and the ability to manage multiple accounting engagements.
Responsibilities as the Senior Accounting Associate:
- General Accounting: Manage general ledger activities, maintain balance sheet schedules, and ensure accurate recording of financial transactions.
- Month-End Close: Prepare journal entries, reconcile accounts, and coordinate monthly financial close activities.
- Financial Operations: Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash management activities to support daily accounting operations.
- Financial Reporting: Prepare financial statements, accounting schedules, and management reports in accordance with GAAP.
- Client Management: Communicate with clients, address accounting inquiries, and provide financial information and operational support.
- Process Improvement: Identify accounting discrepancies, implement internal controls, and support improvements to financial reporting processes.
Qualifications for the Senior Accounting Associate:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
- Certification: CPA certification or progress toward obtaining a CPA license is required.
- Experience: 3+ years of experience in general accounting, financial operations, public accounting, or audit is required.
- Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of GAAP, financial statement preparation, account reconciliations, and month-end close processes is required, with public accounting or financial consulting experience preferred.
- Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software is required, with QuickBooks experience preferred.
- Skills & Attributes: Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple client engagements are required.
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.