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We are looking for a detail-oriented Senior Accountant to manage and oversee various accounting functions in our organization. This role involves ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining a strong control environment, and supporting the month-end and year-end closing processes. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of accounting principles and a proven track record of working efficiently in a high-volume environment.

Role is fully in office, must be able to commute everyday to lower Westchester/Bronx ... candidates can apply direct to joe.ciavardini@roberthalf

Responsibilities:

• Manage and execute month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring all financial data is accurate and complete.

• Prepare and post monthly journal entries, maintaining a well-organized chart of accounts and accounting filing system.

• Perform bank reconciliations and accounts payable tasks to ensure all transactions are properly recorded.

• Calculate and analyze financial and operational metrics, identifying variances from budgets and reporting significant findings to management.

• Reconcile balance sheet accounts in a timely and accurate manner, ensuring all discrepancies are resolved promptly.

• Assist with vendor invoice processing, ensuring payments are accurate and made on time.

• Collaborate with the Accounting Manager to develop and implement accounting policies and procedures.

• Code expenses to appropriate general ledger accounts and handle multi-entry accounting tasks efficiently.

• Support high-volume bank reconciliations with the assistance of team members as needed.

• Maintain a system of controls to safeguard accounting transactions and ensure compliance with best practices.

Requirements • Minimum of 2 years of accounting experience, preferably in a high-volume environment.

• Proficiency in handling account reconciliations, including balance sheet and bank reconciliations.

• Strong knowledge of general ledger management and journal entry preparation.

• Hands-on experience with month-end close processes and financial reporting.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with accounting software such as Oracle, SAP, and QuickBooks.

• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to identify and resolve financial discrepancies.

• Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail to maintain accurate records.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is highly preferred.

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