What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant - Westchester County, NY position at Now CFO?
Job Title: Senior Accountant
Location: Central Westchester County, NY
About the Team
Our clients accounting team is a cohesive and supportive group that thrives on collaboration and shared goals. They foster a positive and engaging work environment where every team member plays a vital role in achieving success. Currently, the team is experiencing an exciting growth phase, focusing on establishing robust financial controls and processes to ensure future prosperity.
About the Role
Our client is looking for a Senior Accountant to become a key player in the accounting team. This role encompasses a variety of responsibilities, including general accounting tasks and specialization in areas like commission and inventory accounting. The ideal candidate will lead month-end and quarter-end processes, refine accounting foundations, and contribute to developing stronger processes and tools. This is a full-time, in-office position with opportunities for growth and significant impact.
Key Responsibilities
*General Accounting*
- Lead month-end and quarter-end close processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
- Prepare and analyze reports in compliance with US GAAP.
- Support technical accounting areas and collaborate with external auditors.
- Oversee accounts payable and receivable, driving process improvements.
*Commission Accounting*
- Accurately calculate and track commissions.
- Analyze deal profitability and provide projections for changes in compensation plans.
*Inventory Accounting*
- Manage inventory records for parts, WIP, and finished goods.
- Analyze manufacturing costs and track variances.
- Refine cost accounting procedures and controls.
Must-Have Qualifications
- Proficiency in QuickBooks and Bill.com.
- At least 5 years of accounting experience, including 2 years in public accounting and 2 years in industry.
- Bachelors degree in accounting (CPA or equivalent preferred).
- Detail-oriented, organized, and committed to accuracy.
- Enjoys problem-solving and learning independently.
- Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and complex formulas).
- Familiarity with tools like Bill.com, QuickBooks Online, Concur, HubSpot, Salesforce, or other ERP systems.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in fast-growing or startup environments.
- Understanding of sales tax rules, intercompany reconciliation, or audits.
- Passionate about improving processes and enhancing system efficiency.
Compensation and Benefits
- Salary Range: $90k$115k.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Paid Time Off and 12 Federal Holidays.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Life insurance coverage.
This is a full-time, onsite role based in Westchester County, NY, offering a supportive team culture with ample opportunities for growth. If youre passionate about accounting and eager to make a meaningful impact, wed love to hear from you!
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Salary : $90,000 - $115,000
