Senior, Accounting Execution - Private Equity Advisory

Senior, Accounting Execution – Accounting & Financial Operations

Location:

New York, NY

At DLA, we combine the resources of a national firm with the agility of an entrepreneurial team. Our culture is rooted in collaboration, open communication, and flexibility, and we give our people the opportunity to make a real impact from day one. We’re currently looking for a Senior, Accounting Execution to join our Accounting & Financial Operations team in New York, NY.

If you’re ready to own your work streams, build client relationships, and develop the next generation of accounting professionals, we’d love to hear from you!

• Lead and execute core accounting work streams with meaningful independence
• Act as a day-to-day point of contact for client personnel, establishing credibility through responsiveness and sound judgment
• Prepare and deliver client-ready work products, from financial reporting to reconciliations
• Monitor engagement budgets and timelines, flagging risks before they escalat​e
• Mentor and support Associate-level team members
• Document key decisions, open items, and action owners from client working sessions

• A bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience;
  Big 4 or large national firm background strongly preferred
• Solid working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and experience with month‑end/quarter‑end close, financial statement preparation, and reconciliations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with ERP and accounting platforms
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple work streams simultaneously
• CPA preferred or actively in progress
• Experience in PE‑backed or transaction‑driven environments is a plus

• Flexible PTO (plus your birthday is a holiday!)
• 401(k) with company match
• Hybrid work model (typically 2 days/week in‑office)
• Commuting expense reimbursement
• Ongoing professional development & training
• Employee referral & commission programs
• Comprehensive healthcare plans

DLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.