Senior Accountant

Aston Carter; Melville (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Aston Carter in Melville, NY is seeking a Senior Accountant to join a growing FinTech finance team. You will own the monthly close, prepare journal entries and reconciliations, and deliver analyses under US GAAP.

This onsite role involves ASC 606/842 exposure, collaboration with FP&A, Sales, Operations and Legal, and opportunities to drive process improvements and ERP enhancements as the company scales.

Qualifications

• Must have strong US GAAP knowledge and month-end close experience.
• Experience with reconciliations and audit support is required.
• Proficient with advanced Excel and financial analysis.

Responsibilities

• Play a key role in monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial analyses.
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure compliance with US GAAP.
• Support external audits by preparing schedules and required documentation.
• Research complex accounting matters including ASC 606 and ASC 842.
• Assist with technical accounting memos, policy development, and internal control initiatives.
• Partner with FP&A, Sales, Operations, and Legal on business initiatives and contract review.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reporting accuracy.
• Support automation and ERP enhancement projects as the company grows.

Skills

US GAAP

Month-end close

Account reconciliations

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Advanced Excel

Revenue recognition ASC606

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or actively pursuing certification

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

Melville, NY (Onsite)

Join a Growing FinTech Organization

Our client is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their expanding Finance team in a high-growth FinTech environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys ownership, visibility, and the chance to make a meaningful impact as the business continues to scale.

What You'll Do

• Play a key role in the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process
• Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial analyses
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure compliance with US GAAP
• Support external audits by preparing schedules and required documentation
• Research complex accounting matters, including revenue recognition (ASC 606) and lease accounting (ASC 842)
• Assist with technical accounting memos, policy development, and internal control initiatives
• Partner with FP&A, Sales, Operations, and Legal on business initiatives and contract review
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reporting accuracy
• Support automation and ERP enhancement projects as the company continues to grow

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong understanding of US GAAP
• Experience with month-end close, reconciliations, and audit support
• Advanced Excel skills
• Exposure to ASC 606 and/or ASC 842
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or actively pursuing certification
• Public accounting background or experience in SaaS, FinTech, or technology organizations
• Experience working in a private equity-backed or high-growth environment
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as NetSuite
• Experience participating in automation or process improvement initiatives

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join a rapidly growing FinTech company
• High visibility role with exposure to leadership
• Opportunity to influence processes and system improvements
• Collaborative team culture with strong growth potential
• Gain exposure to technical accounting, automation, and strategic initiatives
• Clear opportunity to expand your responsibilities as the organization scales

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Melville, NY.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $115000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Melville,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 2026.

Employer Statement

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

Accommodation

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.