Accounting Analyst

Summit Staffing Partners; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 55,104 - 68,880; Part time

Job summary

A mid-sized private equity firm in New York is seeking a Junior Accountant to join their finance team. This hybrid role offers an excellent opportunity for someone early in their accounting career to handle journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial analysis in a dynamic environment. Strong Excel skills and a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance are required. The firm values growth, collaboration, and professional development.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of accounting experience, including internships.
• Familiarity with accounting best practices.

Responsibilities

• Support the accounting team with journal entries and month-end close.
• Assist in maintaining the general ledger and AP / AR functions.
• Perform financial data analysis using Excel.

Skills

Excel proficiency (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs)

Attention to detail

GAAP knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Job description

Base pay range

$40.00/hr - $50.00/hr

Accounting Analyst

Midtown Manhattan, NYC (Hybrid, Work from Home and in Office)

Contract / Consulting Role

Our client, a mid-sized Private Equity and Management Consulting firm, is looking to add a Junior Accountant to their growing finance and accounting team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone early in their accounting career to gain exposure to a broad range of responsibilities in a fast-paced, professional environment.

Core Responsibilities:

• Support the accounting team with journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close
• Assist in maintaining the general ledger and managing AP / AR functions
• Perform financial data analysis using Excel – strong skills with Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, and formulas are a must
• Help ensure compliance with GAAP and internal financial controls
• Collaborate with senior accountants and other departments as needed

What we’re looking for:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field with 1+ years of accounting experience (internships included)
• Familiarity with GAAP and accounting best practices
• Strong working knowledge of Excel
• A self-starter who’s detail-oriented, eager to learn, and can be a team contributor

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants hands-on experience at a firm that values growth, collaboration, and professional development.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing

Industries

• Financial Services and Accounting