Senior Accountant

Randstad USA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad USA is seeking a Senior Accountant to join its corporate finance team in New York, NY. You will own core general ledger operations, drive the month-end close, and help build scalable accounting workflows with strong internal controls.

You''ll report to the Controller and collaborate closely with FP&A for variance analysis and ad-hoc reporting, with clear paths for career progression in a fast-paced digital media environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CPA candidate preferred.
• 4+ years of progressive general ledger accounting experience with end-to-end close ownership.
• Experience in digital media, publishing, news, or entertainment preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills (XLOOKUP, pivot tables, complex modeling) and ERP experience.
• Experience with AP automation tools such as Bill.com.

Responsibilities

• Month-End Close Management: Lead full-cycle month-end close processes to ensure timely, accurate financial reporting in compliance with U.S. GAAP.
• General Ledger & Reconciliations: Prepare complex journal entries, perform monthly balance sheet and P&L reconciliations, and resolve account discrepancies.
• Intercompany & Consolidations: Oversee intercompany transactions, tie-outs, and elimination entries across multiple entities.
• Financial Integrity: Review GL entries for proper dimensional coding and correct misallocations.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with FP&A on variance analysis, cost allocation, and ad-hoc financial reporting.
• Process & Controls Improvement: Assist in formalizing internal controls, audit prep, and system enhancements.
• Operational Support: Provide backup for accounts payable coding, vendor inquiries, and special finance projects.

Skills

CPA

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA or CPA candidate

Tools

NetSuite

Sage Intacct

QuickBooks

Bill.com

Job description

Job Summary

A rapidly expanding, modern digital media brand is seeking a sharp, hands-on Senior Accountant to join their growing corporate finance team. Reporting directly to the Controller, this role will own core general ledger operations, drive the month-end close process, and help build out internal controls and scalable accounting workflows.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a detail-oriented professional looking for high visibility, direct partnership with FP&A, and clear runway for career progression within a dynamic media environment.

location: New York, New York

job type: Permanent

salary: $110,000 - 140,000 per year

work hours: 9 to 6

education: Bachelor's degree

experience: 4 Years

Responsibilities

• Month-End Close Management: Lead full-cycle month-end close processes to ensure timely, accurate financial reporting in compliance with U.S. GAAP.


• General Ledger & Reconciliations: Prepare complex journal entries, perform monthly balance sheet and P&L reconciliations, and resolve account discrepancies.


• Intercompany & Consolidations: Oversee intercompany transactions, account tie-outs, and elimination entries across multiple operating entities.


• Financial Integrity: Review GL entries for proper dimensional coding (department, project, entity) and proactively correct misallocations.


• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with FP&A on variance analysis, cost allocation, and ad-hoc financial reporting.


• Process & Controls Improvement: Assist the Controller in formalizing internal controls, audit preparation, desktop procedures, and system enhancements.


• Operational Support: Provide backup support for accounts payable coding, vendor inquiries, and special finance projects as needed.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. CPA or CPA candidate is preferred.


• Experience: 4+ years of progressive general ledger accounting experience with strong end-to-end close ownership.


• Industry Experience: Background in digital media, publishing, news, or entertainment is strongly preferred.


• Technical Skills: Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency (XLOOKUP, pivot tables, complex modeling). Hands-on experience with modern ERP platforms (NetSuite, Sage Intacct, or QuickBooks) and AP automation tools (e.g., Bill.com).


• Soft Skills: High attention to detail, strong organizational agility, and the flexibility to adapt to shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.

skills: CPA

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [e-mail].

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

Additional Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. CPA or CPA candidate is preferred.




• Experience: 4+ years of progressive general ledger accounting experience with strong end-to-end close ownership.




• Industry Experience: Background in digital media, publishing, news, or entertainment is strongly preferred.




• Technical Skills: Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency (XLOOKUP, pivot tables, complex modeling). Hands-on experience with modern ERP platforms (NetSuite, Sage Intacct, or QuickBooks) and AP automation tools (e.g., Bill.com).




• Soft Skills: High attention to detail, strong organizational agility, and the flexibility to adapt to shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.