Accountant in New York, New York

This is a full time DIRECT hire position.

Description:

• Perform general cost accounting and other related duties for the organization.

• Prepare monthly balance sheets, income statements, and profit and loss statements.

• Maintain the general ledger.

• Code invoices, set up new accounts, reconcile accounts, and close the monthly books.

• Reconcile bank accounts at least monthly, verify deposits, and address inquiries from banks.

• Reconcile cash disbursement accounts, payroll, customer accounts, and other financial accounts; manage accounts receivable collections.

• Verify and/or complete payment of invoices associated with accounts payable and ensure payments are charged to the appropriate accounts.

• Provide outside auditors with assistance; gather necessary account information and documents to perform annual audit.

• File tax forms with federal, state, and local government agencies.

• Coordinate with software vendor to maintain accounting software systems; recommend updates to enhance the accounting software.

• Manage the purchasing and invoicing system.

• Maintain knowledge of acceptable accounting practices and procedures.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills:

gaap accounting, cost accounting, financial accounting, balance sheet, income statement, audit preparation, Reconciliation

Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.

• 3 to 5 years of experience of Accounting Experience.

• General knowledge of general financial accounting & cost accounting.

• Extensive understanding of GAAP.

• Proficient in MS Suite.

• Experience with a law firm would be a nice to have.

Experience Level:

Intermediate Level

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.