Senior Accountant

Position Summary

A publicly traded, multi-entity organization is seeking a Senior Accountant to join its corporate accounting team. This role supports core accounting operations, public company reporting requirements, and internal controls within a SOX-compliant environment. This role operates on a hybrid schedule with three days in office in mid-town Manhattan and two days remote. 

A new Controller joined in the fall and is actively driving process improvements, strengthening controls, and modernizing workflows across the accounting function. This position offers the opportunity to be part of that build-out and contribute to a more structured, scalable finance environment.

The Senior Accountant will play an integral role in the monthly close process and will support an upcoming ERP implementation through testing, data validation, and process documentation. The position works closely with senior accounting leadership, FP&A, operations, and external auditors.

This role is great for an auditor coming out of public accounting looking to transition into industry, or for a strong Staff Accountant ready to take the next step into a senior-level position within a public company environment! 

Key Responsibilities

• Execute monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes in accordance with U.S. GAAP

• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules

• Analyze general ledger activity and research account variances

• Assist in preparation of quarterly and annual SEC filings (10-Q and 10-K) and related disclosures

• Support external audit and quarterly review processes

• Maintain and enhance documentation and compliance within a SOX control framework

• Participate in ERP implementation efforts, including system testing, transaction validation, mapping support, and process documentation

• Prepare ad-hoc analyses and reporting for senior finance leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

• 2–5+ years of accounting or auditing experience; public accounting experience preferred

• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting

• Exposure to public company reporting and SEC filings preferred

• Experience operating in a SOX-controlled environment

• Systems aptitude and ability to work through process change

• Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems

• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines in a dynamic environment
  
  Compensation: up to $100k plus bonus 
   
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