Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant. The role will be responsible for managing the general ledger, preparing financial reports, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and supporting external audits. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, thrives in a fast-paced environment and brings a deep understanding of GAAP and financial operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Schedule: Full Time, Hybrid Role (Garden City, NY) - In Office Tuesdays & Thursdays.

On a monthly basis, close the books in accordance with GAAP in 10 business days. This includes Journal Entry review/approval, review of high-risk areas and management estimates, and account reconciliation review/approval.
Maintain monthly review workpapers and other month end reconciliations.
Analyze financial data and present insights to management.
Assist FP&A with budget preparation.
Prepare and assist in month end financial statement analysis.
Adhoc projects for Director of Accounting and the Assistant Controller as needed.
Protects organization's value by keeping information confidential.
Assist with annual audit and financial statement preparation.
Assist with annual tax engagements.
Prepare tax and tax related reporting including Sales Tax returns and 1099 reporting.
Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.
Meets month-end and annual deadlines as set by the accounting close calendar.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

Analytical – Collects and analyzes data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.

Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.

Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

Communication Skills - Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Able to read and interpret written information.

Business Acumen – Presents numerical data effectively; Displays orientation to profitability; works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Conserves organization resources.

Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.

Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Sets goals and objectives.

Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.

Attendance/Punctuality - Consistently at work and on time; Ensures coverage of responsibilities when absent.

Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Asks for and offers help when needed.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Experience in Healthcare industries is preferred but not required.
Ideal candidate will have significant technical knowledge of GAAP accounting
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel required.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full time position requiring 40 hours per week, (excluding meal period), and is generally worked Monday through Friday between the hours of 9:00 am and 5:30 pm. More specific hours shall be established and communicated in a written offer of employment and will be subject to the needs of the organization, which may be subject to change from time to time.

Overtime is expected as needed during month end and year end closing procedures.

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor’s degree from a four-year College; a minimum of two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination and experience.