Job Description
Are you a detail-oriented accounting professional looking to elevate your career? Summit Financial Group is seeking a dynamic Senior Staff Accountant to join our high-performing finance team in the heart of New York City. We are a fast-paced firm committed to excellence, providing a collaborative environment where your technical expertise and analytical skills will drive meaningful business impact.
You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the integrity of our financial data, supporting audit preparations, and contributing to strategic financial planning.
Responsibilities
- Manage full-cycle month-end close processes, including journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Prepare accurate financial statements in accordance with GAAP standards.
- Oversee accounts payable and receivable workflows to ensure optimal cash flow management.
- Assist in the preparation of internal and external audit documentation and regulatory filings.
- Analyze financial variances and provide actionable insights to department leadership.
- Maintain fixed asset registers and depreciation schedules.
- Drive continuous improvement in accounting processes and internal control implementation.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
- CPA license or significant progress toward certification highly preferred.
- 4+ years of professional accounting experience, preferably in a mid-to-large sized organization.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, Macros).
- Hands-on experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, or QuickBooks Enterprise.
- Strong understanding of GAAP and internal control frameworks.
- Exceptional analytical, communication, and organizational skills.