Accounting Vice President

Jefferies; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision coverage

401(k)

Life, accident, and disability insurance

Wellness programs

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Annual discretionary incentive and retention bonus

Job summary

Jefferies, a global investment banking firm, seeks an experienced SVP/Vice President of Accounting in New York. This role involves leading monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, overseeing GAAP-compliant financial statements, and managing audits. The ideal candidate has 8+ years in financial services, a CPA, strong knowledge of US GAAP, and proven leadership capabilities. Jefferies offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision coverage, 401(k), and more, along with a salary range of $140,000 - $200,000.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience in financial services.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and audit processes.
• Proven leadership in managing complex close processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Oversee GAAP-compliant financial statements preparation.
• Coordinate external audits and manage audit findings.
• Enhance internal controls and accounting policies.
• Support transaction execution and post-close accounting.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

CPA

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and strategic SVP/Vice President of Accounting to help manage the firm’s accounting team with a direct reporting line to the Global Controller. This role will oversee the monthly close process, financial reporting, audits, and ensure compliance with regulatory and internal standards. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise, strong leadership capabilities, and a proactive approach to process improvement in a fast‑paced, deal‑driven environment.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes across multiple entities and investment vehicles.
• Oversee the preparation and review of GAAP‑compliant financial statements, including consolidation and intercompany eliminations.
• Coordinate and manage external audits, including preparation of audit schedules and resolution of audit findings.
• Maintain and enhance internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.
• Partner with the deal teams, treasury, and legal to support transaction execution and post‑close accounting.
• Collaborate with FP&A and senior leadership on financial analysis, reporting, and strategic initiatives.
• Drive finance transformation initiatives, including ERP upgrades and reporting automation.
• Support regulatory reporting and compliance.
• Lead and mentor a team of accounting professionals, fostering a team culture of excellence and accountability.

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance; CPA required.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within financial services.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP, financial reporting, and audit processes.
• Experience with investment vehicles, structured credit entities preferred but not required.
• Proven leadership experience managing complex close processes.
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Primary Location: New York, NY. Full Time. Salary Range: $140,000-$200,000.

About Jefferies

Jefferies is a leading global, full‑service investment banking and capital markets firm that provides advisory, sales and trading, research, and wealth and asset management services.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Jefferies is committed to building a culture that provides opportunities for all employees regardless of our differences and supports a workforce that is reflective of the communities where we work and live. Our employment decisions are made without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, pregnancy, age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, marital status, domestic partner status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, genetic information, reproductive health decisions, or any other factor protected by applicable law. We are committed to hiring the most qualified applicants and complying with all federal, state, and local equal employment opportunity laws. As part of this commitment, Jefferies will extend reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities, as required by applicable law.

Benefits

Jefferies offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible full‑time employees, including medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Paid time off packages include planned time off (e.g., vacation), unplanned time off (e.g., sick leave), paid holidays, and for full‑time employees, paid parental leave. An annual discretionary incentive and retention bonus are also offered.