Senior Accountant

Description We are looking for a Senior Accountant to play a vital role in overseeing financial operations and ensuring compliance within our organization. This position offers the opportunity to lead strategic financial initiatives, manage reporting processes, and contribute to the efficient functioning of operational systems. Join us in Bronx, New York, to drive organizational success through financial stewardship and leadership.

Responsibilities:

- Develop and execute comprehensive financial strategies, including planning, budgeting, and forecasting to align with organizational goals.

- Manage accounting processes to ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements in compliance with US GAAP standards for nonprofits.

- Supervise daily administrative and operational functions, including human resources, IT systems, facilities management, and vendor relationships.

- Collaborate with relevant finance departments to oversee cash flow, liquidity, and investment operations, ensuring financial stability.

- Lead and mentor finance and operations teams, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

- Coordinate with risk management teams to ensure adequate insurance coverage and mitigate organizational risks.

- Serve as the primary liaison to the Board of Directors, providing insights and updates on financial and operational matters.

- Streamline and improve financial and operational systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy. Requirements - Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounting or financial management.

- Proficiency in month-end close processes, general ledger management, and journal entries.

- Strong skills in account and bank reconciliations.

- Demonstrated knowledge of financial reporting standards and practices.

- Excellent leadership and team development capabilities.

- Experience with nonprofit accounting and compliance is highly desirable.

- Ability to evaluate and improve financial systems and processes.

- Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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