Lead Accountant

Phaxis; New York (NY); On-site; USD 59,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in finance seeks a Mid-Senior level Accountant responsible for supervising staff accountants and performing essential accounting functions. The role includes preparing financial analyses, ensuring compliance, and mentoring junior staff. Strong candidates will have extensive experience in accounting principles and oversight of financial operations.

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of relevant experience in accounting.
• Strong understanding of financial operations.
• Experience with general ledger systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly analysis and reconciliations of accounts.
• Oversee daily finance functions like cash posting.
• Lead and mentor junior staff.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Strong understanding of accounting principles

Ability to build relationships

Tools

Smartstream

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Base pay range

$59.00/hr - $61.00/hr

Job Summary:

Responsible for performing accounting functions, supervising staff accountants, and participating in financial operations to ensure accuracy and compliance across Client's finance landscape.

Job Responsibilities:

• Prepare monthly analysis and reconciliations of balance sheet and income statement accounts.
• Research discrepancies and assist with complex estimate reviews.
• Review and coordinate work of staff accountants and ensure timely completion of closing checklists.
• Provide cross-coverage and act as substitute in General Accounting as needed.
• Assist in creating budgets, management reporting, and implementing new finance processes.
• Oversee daily finance functions such as cash posting, capitalization, and system interfaces.
• Lead and mentor junior staff, ensuring effective performance and development.
• Support the preparation, review, and analysis of financial statements.
• Collaborate with external auditors to ensure accurate year-end closing and reporting.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 4-7 years of relevant experience.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial operations.
• Experience with general ledger systems (e.g., Smartstream).
• Project management and team leadership skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships and operate within a team structure.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Accounting, Hospitals and Health Care, and Financial Services

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