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Senior Accountant

Atlantic Group, New York, NY, United States


Atlantic Group

is hiring! Step into a key role as a

Senior Accountant

at our client’s top Financial Services Firm in

New York City!

This long-term project involves high-level accounting support, overseeing financial operations, and ensuring compliance with US GAAP standards.

Job Responsibilities as the Senior Accountant:

Month/Quarter End Processes:

Assist with journal entries, transaction reviews, and balance sheet reconciliations.

Financial Statement Preparation:

Prepare timely and accurate audited financial statements in accordance with US GAAP.

Management Reporting:

Support quarterly management reporting, including variance and trend analysis.

Fixed Asset Register Maintenance:

Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards.

Ad-hoc Projects:

Collaborate with the Financial Controller on various projects to support financial operations.

Departmental Coordination:

Gather necessary information for financial reporting from various departments.

Data Integrity:

Ensure accuracy in all financial documents and reports.

Job Qualifications for the Senior Accountant:

CPA Certification:

CPA with 5+ years post-qualification experience in a multi-currency Financial Services environment.

Educational Background:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.

US GAAP Proficiency:

Strong technical accounting knowledge and proficiency in US GAAP.

Detail-Oriented:

Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Self-Motivated:

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

MS Office Proficiency:

Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel (ERP systems experience is a plus).

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