Staff/ Senior Accountant

Vaco by Highspring; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Disability insurance

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in New York City is seeking a meticulous Senior or Staff Accountant to manage high-volume cash operations and ensure the accuracy of complex financial data. Reconciliation of accounts, cash management, and analysis will be key responsibilities. Candidates must possess advanced Workday experience, excellent Excel skills, and at least 3 years of relevant experience. This position offers a hybrid work model after an initial training period and a contract duration of 3 months with potential for permanent conversion.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience focusing on complex bank reconciliations and General Ledger analysis.
• Proven ability to identify missing entries in automated environments and maintain rigorous audit trails for compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily recording and coding of all incoming cash transactions.
• Reconcile internal donor and student billing databases with the General Ledger.
• Conduct deep-dive analysis of prepaid expenses and accruals.
• Manage the recording and entry of stock gifts and interest income.
• Document and update workflows for cash management.

Skills

Advanced experience with Workday

Expert-level Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables)

Ability to handle high-volume data sets

Detail oriented

Job description

Our client, a prominent educational institution in New York City, is seeking a meticulous Senior or Staff Accountant to manage high‑volume cash operations and general ledger integrity. This role is critical for ensuring the accuracy of complex financial data across multiple platforms.

Base Pay Range

$40.00/hr – $55.00/hr

Conversion Salary: $75k – $115k (depending on level and experience)

Location and Work Arrangement

New York, NY (Manhattan)

Initial on‑site training period (5 days); transitioning to Hybrid (3 days on‑site) thereafter.

Duration

3‑month contract with a potential for permanent conversion.

Key Responsibilities

• Cash Management & Reconciliations: Manage daily recording and coding of all incoming cash transactions; perform complex monthly bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Revenue & Donor Reconciliation: Reconcile internal donor and student billing databases with the General Ledger to ensure consistency and completeness.
• GL Analysis: Conduct deep‑dive analysis of prepaid expenses, accruals, and automated system entries; maintain monthly amortization schedules.
• Specialized Assets: Manage the recording and entry of stock gifts and interest income.
• Process Improvement: Document and update workflows for cash management and escheatment processes.

Candidate Requirements

• Technical Proficiency: Advanced experience with Workday is required.
• Analytical Skills: Expert‑level Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables) and the ability to handle high‑volume data sets.
• Experience: 3+ years of experience focusing on complex bank reconciliations and General Ledger analysis.
• Detail Oriented: Proven ability to identify missing entries in automated environments and maintain rigorous audit trails for compliance.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Accounting/Auditing

Industries

Higher Education

Benefits

Medical insurance, Vision insurance, 401(k), Paid maternity leave, Paid paternity leave, Disability insurance.