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Senior Accountant

Job in New York City, Richmond County, New York, USA
Listing for: Robert Half
Seasonal/Temporary position
Listed on 2026-02-13
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Financial Reporting, Accounting Manager, Senior Accountant
  • Finance & Banking
    Financial Reporting, Accounting Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Senior Accountant to join the finance team at a growing holding company within a publicly traded organization. This role will play a key part in the monthly close, financial reporting, and accounting operations across multiple entities. The ideal candidate is technically strong, process-minded, and comfortable operating in a public-company environment with evolving complexity.



This position offers meaningful exposure to leadership, cross-functional partners, and public company reporting standards, with clear opportunities for growth and development.

Key Responsibilities

- Manage and execute the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process for assigned entities

- Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules

- Assist with consolidation activities and intercompany accounting

- Support internal and external financial reporting, including public company requirements

- Ensure compliance with US GAAP, internal controls, and SOX-related processes

- Partner with FP& A, tax, and audit teams to support reporting, analysis, and audits

- Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and documentation

- Assist with system enhancements, integrations, and process automation initiatives

- Support ad hoc projects related to growth initiatives, acquisitions, or restructuring

Requirements

+ Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounting

+ Public (Audit) accounting Foundation, Big 4 preferred

+ Proficiency in month-end close processes and general ledger management.

+ CPA nice to have

+ Strong ability to prepare journal entries and perform account reconciliations.

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Experience with bank reconciliations and financial statement preparation.

+ Knowledge of US accounting regulations and compliance standards.

+ Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail in financial review processes.

+ Familiarity with financial systems and software, with a focus on automation and integration.

+ Effective communication skills to collaborate across departments and with 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.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app ()  and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit  for more information.

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Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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