Senior Staff Accountant
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- 2.8 Howard Beach, NY Job Details Contract $40
- $43 an hour 14 hours ago Qualifications Financial analysis Continuous improvement Attention to detail Mentoring Accounting and finance experience Full Job Description Senior Staff Accountant
- Charter School Long-Term Contract | Howard Beach, Queens, NY | 100% Onsite Job Summary A charter school located in Howard Beach, Queens, is seeking an experienced Senior Staff Accountant for a long-term contract opportunity.
This position will focus on general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, month-end close, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on accounting experience, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to independently identify and resolve accounting discrepancies. Experience with nonprofit or educational organizations is a plus. Key Responsibilities Perform account and bank reconciliations to ensure accurate financial records. Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and adjusting entries. Review and reconcile general ledger activity, identifying and resolving discrepancies. Support month-end close processes and preparation of financial reports. Assist with accounting cleanup projects, including resolving outstanding items and addressing accounting backlogs. Review financial transactions for accuracy and proper classification. Prepare supporting schedules and documentation for internal and external audits. Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and maintain accurate financial records. Qualifications Strong senior-level accounting experience with hands-on general ledger responsibilities. Extensive experience preparing journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations. Solid understanding of month-end close processes and financial reporting. Experience supporting audits and preparing financial documentation. Ability to independently research and resolve accounting discrepancies. Prior accounting cleanup or project-based experience preferred. Experience in nonprofit or educational accounting is a plus. Strong Excel skills and proficiency with accounting software. Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities. Must be able to work 100% onsite in Howard Beach, Queens.
Job Type:
Long-Term Contract Schedule:
Monday-Friday, Onsite Location:
Howard Beach, Queens, NY Pay:
$40.00
00 per hour
Work Location:
In person
