Job description
Join Summit Financial Services as a Senior Accountant and play a pivotal role in accurate financial reporting, close processes, and internal controls for a fast-growing firm in New York City.
We seek a detail-oriented accounting professional with strong GAAP knowledge, excellent communication skills, and a proactive mindset.
Responsibility
- Manage month-end close processes, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis.
- Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
- Oversee general ledger integrity and timely close of books.
- Coordinate with external auditors and assist with annual audits.
- Monitor internal controls and implement process improvements to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
- Support financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting activities as needed.
- Assist with accounts payable/receivable and cash flow analysis.
Qualification
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CMA preferred.
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience in corporate environment.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
- Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) and financial consolidation.
- Proficiency in Excel and data analytics; ability to perform detailed variance analysis.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines under pressure.