Accountant

Seneca Resources Company, LLC; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 55,104 - 68,880; Full time

Job summary

A NYC government agency in New York is seeking a motivated Accountant to support essential financial operations. This role involves assisting with daily accounting tasks, ensuring compliance, and supporting financial reporting in a public sector environment. The candidate must have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and at least one year of professional experience. Initially fully onsite, the position will transition to a hybrid model. The pay rate ranges from $40 to $50 W2 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial data entry and reporting.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial controls.
• Minimum of 1+ year of accounting experience in a professional environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with routine accounting activities, including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Review and process financial transactions ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare financial reports and documentation for stakeholders.
• Support audits by gathering documentation and responding to inquiries.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Proficiency with office and accounting software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Job description

A NYC government agency located in Long Island City, NY is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accountant to support financial and accounting operations critical to the agency’s public health mission. The successful candidate will assist with day-to-day accounting functions, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely financial reporting in a fast-paced public sector environment. The work location will be fully onsite in LIC for the first few months before becoming a hybrid role. This role is a long‑term contract with the intent of the organization to eventually hire this resource as a full‑time employee of their own.

Pay Rate Range: $40-$50 W2, depending on experience

Job Duties

• Assist with routine accounting activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Review and process financial transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance with agency policies and applicable regulations.
• Assist in preparing financial reports, schedules, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
• Support audits by gathering documentation and responding to inquiries as needed.
• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve accounting discrepancies and support financial operations.
• Perform other accounting-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial data entry and reporting.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial controls.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a structured environment.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with standard office and accounting software tools.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (required).
• Minimum of 1+ year of accounting experience in a professional environment.