Senior Accountant

A financial services company in New York City has a great Senior-level opportunity awaiting a new Accountant. In this role, the Senior Accountant will be primarily responsible for supporting the VP of Accounting and Director of Financial Reporting by assisting in the monthly and quarterly corporate close and financial reporting process by preparing the company's books and records, account reconciliations, and providing support over the general ledger of certain subsidiaries. Responsibilities: The Senior Accountant will: Prepare the financial books and records for several legal entities, including monthly/quarterly closing processes Ensure completeness and accuracy of general ledger activity; review and analyze the trial balance to determine if adjustments are necessary Maintenance of monthly and quarterly account reconciliations Maintain closing timetable, subsidiary reporting packages and documentation binders for SEC filings Assist in preparing and reviewing the consolidation of the company's subsidiary results Prepare footnote and other disclosure support, including tie-out , for consolidated SEC filings Assist with internal management reporting functions Assist with research and preparation of accounting memos Provide backup for key accounting functions, including preparation of the consolidated statement of cash flows Gather, review and reference support for SEC and other documents filed with the public, ensuring all supporting documents comply with the ompany's Sarbanes-Oxley guidelines Assist external auditors with annual audits and quarterly reviews Collaborate with internal auditors, gathering and organizing supporting documentation evidencing compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley guidelines Assist with special projects, including acquisition and disposition related support Qualifications: 2 years of related work experience Bachelor Degree in Accounting Experience with public filings, 10Q, 10K, etc. Computer savvy Desired Skills: CPA Mix of Public Accounting and Public Company experience Experience with General Ledger and Consolidation systems Microsoft Office proficient