Job description
Harborcrest Financial Partners is seeking a detail-driven Senior Accountant to join our New York City team. This role offers a high-impact pathway within a collaborative finance organization that values integrity, continuous improvement, and professional growth.
In this position you will be responsible for delivering accurate financial statements, maintaining robust control frameworks, and partnering with cross-functional teams to optimize close processes and reporting quality.
Responsibility
- Ensure timely and accurate monthly closes, consolidations, and financial reporting in accordance with GAAP.
- Prepare detailed balance sheet reconciliations and schedules.
- Assist in the month-end close process, including journal entries and variance analysis.
- Collaborate with accounting, finance, and operations teams to implement process improvements and internal controls.
- Manage accounts payable/receivable activities, vendor maintenance, and cash application.
- Support external auditors during annual audits and respond to auditor inquiries.
- Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
- Mentor and supervise junior accounting staff to drive accuracy and efficiency.
Qualification
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA preferred or actively pursuing certification.
- 3–5 years of accounting experience in corporate or public accounting environments.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP; familiarity with IFRS is a plus.
- Experience with ERP systems (SAP or Oracle) and advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP).
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills; detail-oriented and deadline-driven.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong ethical standards and commitment to accuracy and integrity.