Job Description
Are you an analytical professional looking to elevate your career at a premier financial services firm? Apex Financial Solutions is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Staff Accountant to join our high-performing team in the heart of New York City. You will play a critical role in maintaining our financial integrity, supporting strategic decision-making, and ensuring full compliance with GAAP standards.
We offer a dynamic work environment, comprehensive benefits, and a clear trajectory for professional growth. If you thrive on accuracy and possess a deep understanding of complex accounting cycles, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Manage the full-cycle month-end and year-end close processes for multiple entities.
- Prepare accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with US GAAP.
- Perform complex balance sheet reconciliations and variance analysis to ensure data integrity.
- Coordinate with external auditors to facilitate seamless annual audits and tax filings.
- Monitor and analyze daily accounting activities, ensuring all entries are processed correctly.
- Develop and implement improvements to internal financial controls and accounting procedures.
- Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and rolling financial forecasts.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA certification is strongly preferred.
- Minimum of 4-6 years of professional accounting experience, preferably in a corporate or public accounting setting.
- Advanced proficiency in Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, Macros) and ERP software (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, or Sage).
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and current regulatory requirements.
- Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain financial data to non-financial stakeholders.