Senior Accountant: Cash & Financial Reporting Lead

Silvercrest Asset Management; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Silvercrest Asset Management Group LLC in New York is seeking a Senior Accountant to deliver accurate financial reporting, timely journal entries for prepaid expenses and fixed assets, and daily cash management in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

You will analyze financial statements, support internal control testing and audits, monitor cash flow, and liaise with banks. A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required, CPA preferred, with 3–5 years of accounting experience.

Qualifications

• Understanding of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Proficiency with ERP systems, treasury management systems, and Excel.
• Strong knowledge of cash management, banking operations, and treasury principles.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and work well under pressure.
• Highly organized with task management and able to consistently meet deadlines.
• CPA preferred

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries for prepaid expenses and fixed assets.
• Prepare and reconcile monthly, quarterly and annual internal financial statements and ensure timely reporting.
• Conduct financial analyses for leadership and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards.
• Serve as primary contact for cash receipts, prepaid assets and fixed assets cycles.
• Assist with internal control testing, quarterly reviews and annual audits.
• Monitor daily cash flow and perform periodic cash analysis.
• Manage banking activities (preparing wires and bank transfers), including account oversight and recording of cash receipts.
• Debit custodian accounts for clients.
• Reconcile bank accounts and resolve discrepancies.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

ERP systems

Treasury management

Excel proficiency

Analytical thinking

Deadline-driven

Organized

Education

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

Tools

Treasury management systems

Job description

Silvercrest Asset Management Group LLC in New York is seeking a Senior Accountant to deliver accurate financial reporting, timely journal entries for prepaid expenses and fixed assets, and daily cash management in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

You will analyze financial statements, support internal control testing and audits, monitor cash flow, and liaise with banks. A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required, CPA preferred, with 3–5 years of accounting experience.