Senior Accountant | One of NYC's Most Prestigious Nonprofit Organizations I'm excited to be partnering with one of the most prestigious and recognizable nonprofit organizations in New York City. An institution with deep roots in the city's cultural fabric, this organization has made a lasting impact on generations of New Yorkers and continues to be a leader in its space.
The Accounting Manager is seeking a Senior Accountant to join a high-caliber finance and accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for an accountant looking to expand their exposure beyond traditional month-end close responsibilities and gain experience supporting a complex, mission-driven organization.
As always, these are permanent, full time, fully benefited salaried positions (these are NOT temp, or temp to perm).
They are located in Midtown,5 days in.
Compensation is based on experience:
The range is between $80k - $95k base
Key Responsibilities:
✅ Own and support general ledger accounting activities ✅ Prepare journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations ✅ Lead and support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes ✅ Ensure compliance with US GAAP and accounting policies ✅ Assist with financial reporting and management reporting packages ✅ Support investment accounting and related reporting activities ✅ Analyze large volumes of financial data and provide meaningful insights to leadership ✅ Partner with stakeholders across finance and operations to support organizational objectives
Ideal Background:
✔ 3+ years of accounting experience ✔ BA/BS in Accounting highly preferred; Finance degrees will also be considered ✔ Strong knowledge of US GAAP, general ledger accounting, accruals, and financial reporting ✔ Experience supporting month-end close and account reconciliation processes ✔ Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and working with large data sets ✔ Experience from industry, nonprofit, public accounting, or a combination of environments ✔ NFP experience is a plus, but not required
Why This Opportunity? Join one of NYC's most respected and mission-driven organizations Become part of an institution with deep roots in New York City's history and culture Work alongside an experienced Accounting Manager and talented finance team Gain exposure to investment accounting and complex financial reporting Highly visible role with opportunities to make a meaningful impact Collaborative environment with strong leadership and long-term career growth potential
Exceptional communications skills are required. A great dynamic personality and the ability to work along your fellow colleagues is crucial. He or she must be able to effectively collaborate with individuals both inside and outside the company.
If you would like to be considered for this position, please email your resume in a word document to Kevin.Chin@Roberthalf
Ideal Background:
✔ 3+ years of accounting experience ✔ BA/BS in Accounting highly preferred; Finance degrees will also be considered ✔ Strong knowledge of US GAAP, general ledger accounting, accruals, and financial reporting ✔ Experience supporting month-end close and account reconciliation processes ✔ Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and working with large data sets ✔ Experience from industry, nonprofit, public accounting, or a combination of environments ✔ NFP experience is a plus, but not required
Why This Opportunity? Join one of NYC's most respected and mission-driven organizations Become part of an institution with deep roots in New York City's history and culture Work alongside an experienced Accounting Manager and talented finance team Gain exposure to investment accounting and complex financial reporting Highly visible role with opportunities to make a meaningful impact Collaborative environment with strong leadership and long-term career growth potential
Exceptional communications skills are required. A great dynamic personality and the ability to work along your fellow colleagues is crucial. He or she must be able to effectively collaborate with individuals both inside and outside the company.
If you would like to be considered for this position, please email your resume in a word document to Kevin.Chin@Roberthalf