Senior Accounting Associate

Atlantic Group; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Group in New York, NY is seeking a Senior Accounting Associate to support controllership, financial reporting, and accounting operations for a portfolio of clients. The role involves managing general ledger activities, month-end close processes, and client communications within a financial consulting setting.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in Accounting/Finance, CPA progress, and 3+ years of related experience, with strong Excel and accounting software skills to ensure

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA certification or progress toward licensure is required.
• 3+ years of general accounting, financial operations, or audit experience.
• Strong GAAP knowledge and financial reporting; public accounting or consulting preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and accounting software; QuickBooks experience preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities; able to manage multiple engagements.

Responsibilities

• General Accounting: Manage general ledger activities and balance sheet schedules.
• Month-End Close: Prepare journal entries, reconcile accounts, and coordinate monthly close.
• Financial Operations: Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash management.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare financial statements, schedules, and management reports in accordance with GAAP.
• Client Management: Communicate with clients and provide financial information and operational support.
• Process Improvement: Identify accounting discrepancies, implement internal controls, and improve reporting processes.

Skills

Analytical

Organizational

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

QuickBooks

Job description

Job Overview – Senior Accounting Associate

Compensation: $115,000 – $130,000/year + bonus

Location: New York, NY

Schedule: Monday to Friday (Hybrid)

Atlantic Group is hiring a Senior Accounting Associate in New York, NY for our client, supporting controllership, financial reporting, and accounting operations within a financial consulting firm. This role will manage general accounting activities, month-end close processes, account reconciliations, and financial operations for a portfolio of clients. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in GAAP accounting, public accounting or client service experience, and the ability to manage multiple accounting engagements.

Responsibilities as the Senior Accounting Associate:

• General Accounting: Manage general ledger activities, maintain balance sheet schedules, and ensure accurate recording of financial transactions.
• Month-End Close: Prepare journal entries, reconcile accounts, and coordinate monthly financial close activities.
• Financial Operations: Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash management activities to support daily accounting operations.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare financial statements, accounting schedules, and management reports in accordance with GAAP.
• Client Management: Communicate with clients, address accounting inquiries, and provide financial information and operational support.
• Process Improvement: Identify accounting discrepancies, implement internal controls, and support improvements to financial reporting processes.

Qualifications for the Senior Accounting Associate:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
• Certification: CPA certification or progress toward obtaining a CPA license is required.
• Experience: 3+ years of experience in general accounting, financial operations, public accounting, or audit is required.
• Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of GAAP, financial statement preparation, account reconciliations, and month-end close processes is required, with public accounting or financial consulting experience preferred.
• Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software is required, with QuickBooks experience preferred.
• Skills & Attributes: Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple client engagements are required.