Staff Accountant

Lee Hecht Harrison Nederland B.V.; Port Washington (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Lee Hecht Harrison Nederland B.V. is seeking a Staff Accountant in Port Washington, NY, to join a growing manufacturing organization. This role targets candidates with 1–2+ years of accounting experience and CPA progress is a plus.

You will contribute to month-end closes, reconciliations, financial reporting, and cross-functional collaboration with cash management, A/P, and A/R. The position offers exposure to GAAP, ERP systems, and a clear path for career growth in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 1-2+ years of accounting experience in public accounting, healthcare, or another industry.
• CPA eligibility or progress toward CPA is a plus.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and general accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP or healthcare accounting systems is a plus.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the month-end and year-end close process, including preparing journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Reconcile bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and the general ledger.
• Prepare supporting schedules and assist with monthly financial reporting.
• Support Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and cash management activities as needed.
• Analyze financial data and investigate account variances.
• Assist with audit preparation and provide documentation for external auditors.
• Help maintain strong internal controls and identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Collaborate with finance and operational teams to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Multitasking

ERP familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Position Title: Staff Accountant

Location: Port Washington

Industry: Manufacturing

A growing manufacturing organization is seeking a Staff Accountant to join its accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with 1-2+ years of accounting experience who is looking to continue developing their career in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. Candidates coming directly from public accounting or private industry are encouraged to apply. CPA eligibility or progress toward the CPA is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the month-end and year-end close process, including preparing journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Reconcile bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and the general ledger.
• Prepare supporting schedules and assist with monthly financial reporting.
• Support Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and cash management activities as needed.
• Analyze financial data and investigate account variances.
• Assist with audit preparation and provide documentation for external auditors.
• Help maintain strong internal controls and identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Collaborate with finance and operational teams to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 1-2+ years of accounting experience in public accounting, healthcare, or another industry.
• CPA, CPA candidate, or parts of the CPA exam passed is a plus.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and general accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP or healthcare accounting systems is a plus.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

This is a great opportunity to join a growing healthcare organization that offers exposure to all aspects of the accounting function and opportunities for long-term career growth.

Pay Details: $65,000.00 to $80,000.00 per year

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.