Lead Accountant
$59 - $61 per hourPhaxis
Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. This range is provided by Phaxis. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $59.00/hr - $61.00/hr Job Summary: Responsible for performing accounting functions, supervising staff accountants, and participating in financial operations to ensure accuracy and compliance across Client's finance landscape. Job Responsibilities: Prepare monthly analysis and reconciliations of balance sheet and income statement accounts. Research discrepancies and assist with complex estimate reviews. Review and coordinate work of staff accountants and ensure timely completion of closing checklists. Provide cross-coverage and act as substitute in General Accounting as needed. Assist in creating budgets, management reporting, and implementing new finance processes. Oversee daily finance functions such as cash posting, capitalization, and system interfaces. Lead and mentor junior staff, ensuring effective performance and development. Support the preparation, review, and analysis of financial statements. Collaborate with external auditors to ensure accurate year-end closing and reporting. Required Skills & Experience: 4-7 years of relevant experience. Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial operations. Experience with general ledger systems (e.g., Smartstream). Project management and team leadership skills. Ability to build strong relationships and operate within a team structure. Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Contract Job function Job function Accounting/Auditing and Finance Industries Accounting, Hospitals and Health Care, and Financial Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Phaxis by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Accountant” roles. New York, NY $57,500.00-$62,500.00 3 days ago Junior Accountant - Hybrid - NYC or Stamford, CT New York, NY $56,250.00-$95,000.00 1 week ago New York, NY $95,000.00-$100,000.00 6 days ago New York City Metropolitan Area 6 days ago New York, NY $100,000.00-$120,000.00 1 week ago Brooklyn, NY $105,000.00-$137,000.00 2 weeks ago New York City Metropolitan Area 2 days ago New York, NY $80,000.00-$95,000.00 6 days ago Senior Accountant, Revenue (Remote Role) Brooklyn, NY $105,000.00-$137,000.00 2 weeks ago New York, NY $75,000.00-$85,000.00 1 week ago New York, NY $60,000.00-$90,000.00 6 days ago New York City Metropolitan Area $87,133.00-$135,773.00 1 week ago New York, NY $135,000.00-$150,000.00 3 weeks ago New York, NY $75,000.00-$80,000.00 2 weeks ago New York, NY $60,000.00-$70,000.00 2 weeks ago New York, NY $75,000.00-$100,000.00 5 months ago New York City Metropolitan Area 3 weeks ago New York, NY $75,000.00-$85,000.00 3 days ago New York, NY $70,000.00-$80,000.00 3 weeks ago Staff Accountant II, Consolidations and Reporting Whippany, NJ $77,000.00-$95,000.00 1 week ago New York, NY $65,625.00-$75,000.00 1 week ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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