Senior Accounting Analyst

Northbound Executive Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Northbound Executive Search is seeking an experienced Senior Accounting Analyst for a client, a reputable Private Equity firm in Midtown Manhattan. The role requires an accounting degree, CPA preferred, and 4+ years of accounting experience, with familiarity in accounting software and programs.

You will contribute to corporate accounting, financial reporting, planning and analysis, and support preparation of financial statements and MD&A.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required; CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare position papers and ensure proper general ledger recording in line with FASB and SEC guidance.

Skills

Accounting expertise

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA preferred

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Currently seeking an experienced Senior Accounting Analyst for our client, a reputable Private Equity in Midtown. The ideal candidate will hold an Accounting degree, preferably a CPA, possess 4+ years of experience in Accounting and must be familiar with accounting software and programs. This position is involved in various aspects of corporate accounting, financial reporting, business planning and accounting and financial analysis.

Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the preparation of position papers, including but not limited to researching and interpreting FASB standards and SEC guidance, and ensuring that the transaction is properly recorded in the general ledger.
• Responsible for reviewing the day-to-day accounting for the Company’s Debt and Preferred Equity Investment portfolio to ensure that it is accurate and complete.
• Assist in the preparation of publicly filed documents (10Ks/10Qs and the supplemental package), including but not limited to the following: preparing financial statements, preparing footnote disclosures and preparing sections of MD&A.
• Assist in the preparation of any ad hoc analyses requested by various members of management.
• Effectively work and communicate with members of the team to ensure established deadlines are being met in an efficient, accurate and thorough manner.
• Timely communicate the status of assigned tasks and special projects to management.
• Present information, ideas and recommendations clearly and concisely.

Job Requirements:

• 3 + years of experience in Accounting
• Familiarity with accounting software and programs
• Demonstrate strong analytical skills with the ability to execute.
• Effectively communicate with management, both verbally and through written communications.

Compensation:

• $90,000 – $115,000

Job ID:

8238