Lead Financial Accountant

Aneka Talent Solutions; New York (NY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Aneka Talent Solutions in Manhattan, NY seeks an experienced Lead Financial Accountant to support SEC reporting, regulatory compliance, and financial systems implementation in a banking/financial services setting. The role focuses on US GAAP, financial statement prep, and internal controls.

Key duties include leading SEC filings, cash flow reporting, and subledger implementations, with emphasis on accuracy, timeliness, and collaboration with auditors and regulators.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 4–8 years' accounting experience in banking/financial services.
• Experience with SEC filings (10-K/10-Q) and US GAAP.
• CPA preferred; CFA or Series 7 advantageous.
• Experience with internal controls and SOX compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead quarterly and annual SEC filings (10-Q/10-K) and MD&A disclosures.
• Prepare cash flow statements, reconciliations, and variance analyses.
• Support accounting for fixed-income products and mortgage loans.
• Lead subledger implementation and UAT testing.
• Manage XBRL tagging reviews with Workiva.
• Monitor FHFA reporting and annual IRS Form 1042 filings.
• Research new FASB standards and update accounting policies.
• Maintain SOX-compliant policies and internal controls.
• Coordinate with auditors, regulators, and tech vendors.
• Investigate variances and resolve exceptions.

Skills

SEC reporting

US GAAP

SOX compliance

Financial statements

Cash flow reporting

Analytical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Workiva

XBRL

Job description

We have a very urgent role for a Lead Financial Accountant

Location: Manhattan, NY (4 days per week in-office)

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Lead Financial Accountant to support SEC reporting, regulatory compliance, technical accounting, and financial systems implementation within a banking or financial services environment. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of US GAAP, financial statement preparation, and internal controls, along with experience in SEC reporting and accounting process improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and review of quarterly and annual SEC filings, including Forms 10-Q and 10-K, financial statements, and MD&A disclosures.
• Prepare and review Statements of Cash Flows, financial reconciliations, management reports, and quarterly variance analyses.
• Support accounting and reporting for fixed-income products, mortgage loans, and related financial instruments.
• Play a key role in implementing a new trade accounting subledger, including system configuration, integrations, and user acceptance testing (UAT).
• Investigate subledger and general ledger variances, review settlement breaks, and ensure timely resolution of exceptions.
• Oversee XBRL tagging reviews using Workiva and ensure compliance with SEC reporting requirements.
• Monitor FHFA regulatory reporting requirements and lead annual IRS Form 1042 filings.
• Research new FASB accounting standards and support the implementation of accounting policy changes.
• Maintain SOX-compliant accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, external auditors, regulators, and technology vendors to ensure accurate and timely reporting.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 4-8 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in banking or financial services.
• Strong experience with SEC reporting, including Forms 10-K and 10-Q.
• Solid knowledge of US GAAP, financial statements, cash flow reporting, and SOX compliance.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA certification preferred; CFA or Series 7 credentials are advantageous.
• Big Four public accounting experience is a plus.
• Experience with fixed-income products, mortgage accounting, FHFA reporting, XBRL/Workiva, or accounting systems implementation.

Compensation & Work Arrangement

• Base Salary: $125,000-$135,000 annually.
• Bonus: 10% annual bonus.
• Work Model: Four days per week in the Manhattan office.