Senior Accountant

Our client, a growing, Brentwood, New York-based niche business, is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Accountant to take ownership of accounting operations, including the general ledger, bookkeeping, reconciliations, and month-end close processes. This role offers strong exposure to senior management with a clear path to expand into Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) responsibilities such as budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis as the company continues to grow.

Responsibilities

• Own and maintain the general ledger, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and proper classification of all transactions
• Manage full-cycle bookkeeping activities, including journal entries, accruals, and adjustments
• Perform and review bank and account reconciliations on a monthly and as-needed basis
• Lead and support the month-end and year-end close process, including preparation of supporting schedules and reconciliations
• Prepare, analyze, and distribute internal financial reports for management and leadership review
• Ensure financial records are maintained in accordance with GAAP and internal controls
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable, including invoice processing, aging reviews, and collections support when needed
• Develop and maintain Excel-based financial models, reports, and reconciliations (advanced Excel required)
• Support audits, tax filings, and any external reporting requirements as needed
• Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve discrepancies and improve financial processes
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, automation, and accuracy within accounting workflows
• Contribute to building a strong, collaborative finance culture aligned with company values
• (Future) Support budgeting, forecasting, and FP&A initiatives, including variance analysis and financial planning support

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or CPA track strongly preferred)
• 4+ years of accounting experience (corporate accounting or public accounting background preferred)
• Strong understanding of GAAP and core accounting principles
• Hands-on experience with general ledger accounting and full month-end close ownership
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, formulas, data analysis)
• Experience with accounting systems/ERP software (Sage, QuickBooks, NetSuite, or similar)
• Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments and present financial information clearly
• Self-starter mindset with the ability to work independently while also being a team player
• High level of accountability, ownership, and problem-solving ability
• Ability to work on-site at Corporate Office in Brentwood, New York