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Senior Accountant

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New York, NY · Posted October 18, 2026

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About the job

We are seeking a Senior Accountant for our client.

Functions:

Completing the month end close and creating financial statements.

Oversee the daily activities of the cost center and ensuring that all major projects, month-end and year-end reports are completed accurately and on time.

Ensuring that all accounting processes align with GAAP while analyzing financial data and creating reports for management.

Prepare business activity reports, financial forecasts and annual budgets.

Partner with external auditors to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.

Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. 3 plus years of experience.

Strong computer skills and Accounting ERP Software.

Strong MS Excel skills including v-lookups and pivot tables.

Benefits: We offer eligible employees competitive pay and access to a range of benefits and support programs based on assignment type, schedule, length of employment, and eligibility requirements, including medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, short-term disability, 401(k), employee assistance, childcare assistance, discounts, paid holidays, and longevity bonuses. Depending on the benefit, cost may be paid by the Company, the employee, or shared between both.

EOE: We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.