Senior Accountant

We are currently seeking candidates for a Senior Accountant opportunity at a highly successful technology company located in New York, NY. The Senior Accountant will manage day-to-day general ledger activities, including preparing and reviewing journal entries and routine accounting transactions, and provide accounting support during an ERP implementation. The ideal candidate will have 5-8+ years of strong general ledger and month-end close experience, along with hands-on Sage Intacct expertise.

This is a 4-month contract opportunity, paying between $55-$60/hour (depending on experience). Qualified candidates will be considered for 100% remote flexibility, but must be located in the EST time zone.

Manage day-to-day general ledger activities, including preparing and reviewing journal entries and routine accounting transactions.

Support the month-end close process by preparing accruals, schedules, reconciliations, and other required close activities.

Perform account analysis, balance sheet reconciliations, and research and resolve discrepancies.

Support Sage Intacct ERP implementation, including testing, transaction validation, troubleshooting, and accounting process continuity.

Review subledger-to-general ledger activity, investigate discrepancies, and ensure accurate financial reporting.

Maintain daily accounting operations while ensuring timeliness, accuracy, and compliance.

Maintain financial data integrity and internal controls.

Contribute to process improvement efforts.

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

5-8+ years of progressive accounting experience involving ownership of month-end close processes.

Experience working in technology, professional services, or related industry.

2+ years of experience utilizing Sage Intacct is required.

Proven experience with month-end close processes and general ledger accounting, including accruals, journal entries, account analysis, and reconciliations.

Strong knowledge of GAAP and fundamental accounting practices.

Ability to independently investigate accounting issues, resolve discrepancies, and maintain accurate financial records.

Advanced proficiency with Excel and the ability to quickly adapt to new systems, workflows, and processes during an ERP implementation.