Senior Accountant POST NUMBER: 444499
Job Title: Senior Accountant
Location: White Plains, NY
Job Type: Full-Time | On-site/Hybrid/Remote (optional)
Reports To: Accounting Manager / Controller
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our finance team in White Plains, NY. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls. This role will support the month-end close process, prepare financial statements, and assist with audits and compliance reporting. The Senior Accountant will also serve as a resource and mentor for junior staff.
Key Responsibilities:
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Manage general ledger functions and ensure accuracy in financial records
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Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analyses
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Lead the month-end and year-end close processes
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Assist with the preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP
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Support audits (internal and external) by providing necessary documentation and responding to inquiries
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Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal financial regulations
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Analyze financial data and provide insights to management
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Work cross-functionally with other departments to improve financial procedures
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Supervise and mentor junior accounting staff as needed
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Participate in process improvement initiatives and system upgrades
Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or MBA preferred)
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5 years of progressive accounting experience
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Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
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Experience with ERP/accounting systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, QuickBooks)
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Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
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Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
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Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Experience:
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Prior experience in public accounting or a corporate accounting environment
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Familiarity with SOX compliance or internal controls
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Knowledge of local/state tax reporting in New York
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Experience working in a mid to large-sized company
Compensation & Benefits:
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Competitive salary commensurate with experience
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Bonus potential
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Health, dental, and vision insurance
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401(k) with company match
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Paid time off and holidays
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Professional development support
Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
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Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:
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With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.