HYBRID Accountant - Government/Public Sector

CyberCoders; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the luxury hospitality industry is seeking an Accountant II to handle complex accounting tasks in the government/public sector. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience and a passion for public sector finance. Responsibilities include maintaining financial records, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with governmental standards. This hybrid role is based in Jamaica, NY, offering competitive compensation and benefits.

Benefits

Medical/Prescription Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life and AD&D Insurance

Short/Long Term Disability

401K

Generous PTO

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• 3+ years accounting experience in the government or public sector.
• In-depth experience with GASB principles and pronouncement.
• Experience with governmental financial management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial data for grants and special revenue funds.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements in compliance with GAAP and GASB.
• Coordinate with auditors during audits.

Skills

Accounting

GASB

GAAP

Education

BS in Accounting, Finance, or similar

Tools

ERP systems

SAP

Tyler Munis

Infor Lawson

Oracle

Job description

HYBRID Accountant - Government/Public Sector

HYBRID Accountant - Government/Public Sector

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This range is provided by CyberCoders. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$70,000.00/yr - $80,000.00/yr

Job Title: Accountant II

Location: HYBRID in Jamaica, NY (2 days on-site)

Salary: $70-80k/year + full benefits

Requirements: 3+ years Accounting, government or public sector experience, & GASB

Founded over 80 years ago, we a world leader in the luxury hospitality industry with a passion for igniting wonder in every guest we serve. We serve over 10 MILLION guests annually in NYC - offering each individual unparalleled entertainment, exquisite dining, and a world-class experience.

We're currently looking for an Accountant to join our team ASAP. You'll be responsible for performing complex professional accounting work, including the maintenance and analysis of financial records, preparation of financial reports, and ensuring compliance with all relevant governmental accounting standards. The ideal candidate has a passion for public sector finance!

Top Reasons to Work with Us

We value strengthening our community. We've surpassed $4 billion in revenue generated for the New York State education system! In additional, we've donated over $3M to more than 200 local organizations and we match 100% of employee donations.

What You Will Be Doing

• Oversee financial data for grants and special revenue funds, ensuring adherence to fund accounting standards.
• Reconcile complex financial records-including ledgers and bank statements-to maintain accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements and reports in compliance with GAAP and GASB guidelines.
• Support the development of the CAFR and other external financial documentation.
• Record a variety of financial transactions through journal entries, including accruals and reclassifications.
• Coordinate with auditors by supplying key reports and documentation during audits.
• Monitor and evaluate new GASB standards to determine organizational impact.
  
  

What You Need for this Position

• 3+ years of accounting experience
• Experience in the government or public sector
• In-depth experience with Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) principles and pronouncement
• Experience with governmental financial management or ERP systems (SAP, Tyler Munis, Infor Lawson, Oracle, etc.)
• GAAP
• BS in Accounting, Finance, or similar
  
  

What's In It for You

• Competitive base salary
• Medical/Prescription, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short/Long Term Disability
• 401K
• Generous PTO
• EAP
  
  

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For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa.

This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 06/25/2025 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed.

CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Hospitality

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