• Senior Accountant

    Robert Half Finance & Accounting (New York, NY)


    Description

    Our client—a leading private equity firm with a strong track record of partnering with growth-focused businesses—is looking for a Senior Accountant to join its high-impact Portfolio Operations team. This is your opportunity to contribute to the financial success of a diverse group of portfolio companies while working in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

     

    As a Senior Accountant, you’ll play a pivotal role in managing the day-to-day finance function, from maintaining accurate books to delivering meaningful financial insights. You'll oversee core accounting operations, manage offshore accounting resources, and support financial reporting and compliance across the firm’s growing portfolio.

    Responsibilities of this position will include:

    • Lead monthly close processes, journal entries, and account reconciliations using QuickBooks

    • Support FP& A with budget-to-actual reporting and variance analysis

    • Oversee and guide offshore accounting staff, ensuring quality and timeliness

    • Manage invoicing processes and track receivables for portfolio companies

    • Administer expense management, ensuring compliance and accuracy

    • Assist with audits, ad-hoc reporting, and process improvements

     

    For immediate consideration please contact Alex.Muzaurieta@roberthalf.

    Requirements

    • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or related field

    • 4+ years of progressive corporate accounting experience, preferably with a foundation in public accounting

    • CPA highly desired

    • Exposure to QuickBooks and Concur a plus

    • Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and ability to juggle multiple priorities

     

    Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

     

    Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

     

    All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

     

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