Staff/ Senior Accountant

Our client, a prominent educational institution in New York City, is seeking a meticulous Senior or Staff Accountant to manage high‑volume cash operations and general ledger integrity. This role is critical for ensuring the accuracy of complex financial data across multiple platforms. Base Pay Range $40.00/hr – $55.00/hr Conversion Salary: $75k – $115k (depending on level and experience) Location and Work Arrangement New York, NY (Manhattan) Initial on‑site training period (5 days); transitioning to Hybrid (3 days on‑site) thereafter. Duration 3‑month contract with a potential for permanent conversion. Key Responsibilities Cash Management & Reconciliations : Manage daily recording and coding of all incoming cash transactions; perform complex monthly bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies. Revenue & Donor Reconciliation : Reconcile internal donor and student billing databases with the General Ledger to ensure consistency and completeness. GL Analysis : Conduct deep‑dive analysis of prepaid expenses, accruals, and automated system entries; maintain monthly amortization schedules. Specialized Assets : Manage the recording and entry of stock gifts and interest income. Process Improvement : Document and update workflows for cash management and escheatment processes. Candidate Requirements Technical Proficiency : Advanced experience with Workday is required. Analytical Skills : Expert‑level Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables) and the ability to handle high‑volume data sets. Experience : 3+ years of experience focusing on complex bank reconciliations and General Ledger analysis. Detail Oriented : Proven ability to identify missing entries in automated environments and maintain rigorous audit trails for compliance. Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Accounting/Auditing Industries Higher Education Benefits Medical insurance, Vision insurance, 401(k), Paid maternity leave, Paid paternity leave, Disability insurance. #J-18808-Ljbffr Vaco by Highspring