Staff Accountant

CFS; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Temp-to-Hire opportunity

Job summary

CFS is hiring a Staff Accountant in Downtown NYC for a hybrid role. In-office 4 days per week with one remote day, you’ll support reconciliations, cash applications, and financial reporting under mentorship from finance leaders.

The role emphasizes accuracy, controls, and collaboration across departments, with potential for permanent placement based on performance and business needs.

Qualifications

• 1–5 years of accounting/finance experience
• Strong Excel skills including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP
• Experience with reconciliations and transaction analysis
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform account reconciliations and validate financial data against source systems
• Research and resolve discrepancies and outstanding reconciling items
• Support cash application and transaction review activities
• Collaborate with internal departments and external business partners to resolve accounting issues
• Maintain accurate financial records while meeting deadlines and reporting requirements

Skills

Account reconciliations

Cash application

Financial reporting

Financial controls

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP)

Job description

Staff Accountant

Looking to launch or accelerate your accounting career with a globally respected financial services organization? This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on accounting experience, receive mentorship from experienced finance leaders, and build a strong foundation within a sophisticated, growth-oriented environment.

Compensation

$30.00–$35.00/hr, commensurate with experience | Temp-to-Hire Opportunity

Location: Downtown, NYC. In office 4x a week and one day work from home.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Join a well-established global organization with a strong reputation for financial strength, operational excellence, and long-term stability
• Gain direct exposure to finance leadership, including Managers, Directors, and senior executives
• Build valuable experience within a sophisticated accounting and financial reporting environment
• Work alongside experienced professionals who provide mentorship and support for career growth
• Opportunity to convert into a permanent position with long-term advancement potential
• Develop expertise in reconciliations, cash application, financial controls, and reporting processes
• Hybrid schedule offering flexibility while maintaining meaningful in-person collaboration and training
• Be part of a high-performance team that values accuracy, continuous improvement, and professional development
• Exposure to large-scale financial operations and best practices found within a global organization
• Excellent opportunity for early-career accounting professionals looking to strengthen their technical skill set and expand their career trajectory

Key Responsibilities For The Staff Accountant

• Perform account reconciliations and validate financial data against source systems
• Research and resolve discrepancies and outstanding reconciling items
• Support cash application and transaction review activities
• Collaborate with internal departments and external business partners to resolve accounting issues
• Maintain accurate financial records while meeting established deadlines and reporting requirements

Qualifications For The Staff Accountant

• 1–5 years of accounting, finance, accounts receivable, reconciliation, or related experience
• Strong Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP functions
• Experience working with financial data, reconciliations, and transaction analysis
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment

Schedule

• Hybrid schedule with 4 days onsite and remote Fridays