Senior Accountant

Gainor Staffing; New York (NY); On-site; USD 68,880 - 75,768; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent Pre-K–12 school in New York City is seeking a Senior Accountant on a temporary basis. The role involves full-cycle accounting, financial reporting, and collaboration with internal teams. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and has experience in accounting within educational or nonprofit settings.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of accounting experience, especially in educational institutions or nonprofits.
• Experience with full-cycle accounting and financial reporting.
• Ability to handle sensitive financial information.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile balance sheet accounts monthly.
• Prepare journal entries and ensure general ledger consistency.
• Assist in month-end and year-end close processes.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Communication

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA designation

Tools

Excel

Google Workspace

Veracross or similar accounting platforms

Job description

A leading independent Pre-K–12 school in New York City is seeking a Senior Accountant to join the team on a temporary basis. With a diverse student body from over 100 zip codes, the school thrives on collaboration and a deep commitment to belonging. The culture emphasizes a student-centered approach, open-mindedness, and a shared passion for positive impact.

Who You Are

• A detail-oriented professional with a deep understanding of full-cycle accounting and financial reporting
• You hold a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; a CPA designation is a strong plus
• You bring 3–5 years of accounting experience, ideally within an educational institution or nonprofit environment
• Skilled at managing multiple priorities in a deadline-driven setting without compromising accuracy
• A strong communicator who collaborates effectively with colleagues and external partners
• Proficient in Excel (including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and advanced formulas) and comfortable working in Google Workspace and accounting platforms (experience with Veracross or similar systems is a bonus)
• Known for your discretion and ability to handle sensitive financial information with care

What You’ll Do

• Reconcile key balance sheet accounts monthly, including fixed assets, prepaids, and payables/receivables
• Prepare journal entries with thorough documentation and ensure consistency across the general ledger
• Analyze financial data to identify discrepancies and support accurate reporting
• Assist in month-end and year-end close processes, including the preparation of schedules and audit-ready documentation
• Review reconciliations completed by others and contribute to process documentation and improvements
• Generate ad hoc reports and provide analytical support to finance leadership and other departments

What Success Looks Like

• Financial records are accurate, timely, and audit-ready, with minimal discrepancies
• Key reconciliations and journal entries are completed on schedule and with precision
• Internal stakeholders receive clear, actionable financial insights that support decision-making
• Accounting processes are continuously refined for greater efficiency and clarity
• You are seen as a trusted resource within the finance team and a reliable partner across the organization

Pay Rate Range: $50-55 per hour, based on experience.

Gainor is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Gainor are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), age, national origin, immigration status, marital or familial status, citizenship status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, reproductive health decision making, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic or status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.