Staff Accountant Position Available In Queens, New York

Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Flushing, New York. This is a Contract position where you will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. If you have a strong background in accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger management, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and analyze consolidated internal financial statements by compiling and reviewing relevant data.
• Create detailed spreadsheet reports to evaluate financial information and support decision-making processes.
• Record daily and monthly general ledger entries while maintaining organized records and reconciling accounts.
• Oversee and reconcile accounts payable and accounts receivable sub-ledgers to ensure accuracy.
• Manage the fixed asset ledger and generate reports for monthly depreciation and amortization.
• Develop and post journal entries, perform account reconciliations, and contribute to month-end closing activities.
• Assist in preparing and reviewing annual operating budgets to support organizational goals.
• Ensure adherence to financial compliance standards and regulations.
• Support external audits by preparing audit schedules and responding to auditor inquiries effectively. Requirements
• Proficiency in accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) processes.
• Strong experience with bank reconciliations and general ledger management.
• Expertise in preparing journal entries and executing month-end close procedures.
• Familiarity with financial software such as NetSuite, Oracle, QuickBooks, and SAP.
• Ability to work with fixed asset ledgers and generate depreciation reports.
• Excellent analytical skills and proficiency in creating spreadsheet-based reports.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and compliance standards.
• Previous experience assisting with external audits is preferred.

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