Accounting Manager
Brooklyn NY onsite but possibility for hybrid in certain situations
80-115K
About the Role
An established service organization is seeking a Senior Staff Accountant to lead the month-end close process and support the Assistant Controller by overseeing a small accounting team. This is a newly consolidated roleideal for someone with strong accounting skills and a proactive mindset whos ready to grow into a supervisory position.
Youll take ownership of financial accuracy and process management while guiding entry-level staff accountants and bookkeepers. This is a hands-on role for someone detail-oriented self-directed and eager to take on responsibility.
Key Responsibilities
Month-End Close & Financial Oversight
Own the month-end close process: reconciliations journal entries reporting
Review work completed by staff bookkeepers and support data accuracy
Ensure deadlines are met and financials are clean and on time
Team Support & Light Management
Serve as a point of contact for 12 junior staff (bookkeepers staff accountants)
Provide guidance feedback and informal leadership
No prior management required just readiness to take responsibility
Operational Finance & Tools
Use QuickBooks and Excel (must be proficient in formulas and data analysis)
Help streamline processes and support the Assistant Controller with finance ops
Maintain clear well-organized documentation and processes
What Were Looking For
Must-Haves
Solid accounting experience (industry agnostic healthcare nonprofit etc. all okay)
Strong QuickBooks skills and comfort working with spreadsheets
Self-starter whos comfortable taking ownership without micromanagement
Willingness and readiness to supervise others (even if not done before)
Highly dependable accurate and able to prioritize tasks independently
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