Senior Accountant
Location: Suffern, NY (100% On-Site)
Compensation: $75-80k
Job Summary
The Senior Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). This role supports the preparation of financial statements, analysis of financial data, and execution of key accounting processes with limited supervision. The Senior Accountant partners with cross-functional teams to support financial operations and reporting.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare and review monthly and annual financial statements and related analyses within established deadlines.
Support the month-end and year-end close processes, including participation in close review meetings.
Maintain and ensure the accuracy and integrity of general ledger accounts.
Prepare and post journal entries, including recurring and non-routine transactions such as accruals and prepaid expenses.
Perform account reconciliations and maintain supporting schedules for balance sheet accounts.
Assist in the annual budgeting and forecasting processes.
Analyze financial results and identify variances from budget, providing insights and recommendations.
Maintain fixed asset records, including tracking acquisitions, disposals, and depreciation.
Monitor debt and lease obligations and reconcile related accounts as applicable.
Support treasury activities including cash reconciliations, disbursement tracking, and cash flow reporting.
Maintain and update financial data, system tables, and reporting tools.
Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement efficiencies within financial operations.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to resolve accounting issues and escalate as needed.
Assist with audits by preparing schedules and supporting documentation.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Experience:
3–5 years of progressive accounting experience (public or private sector experience preferred; industry experience open).
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
Skills & Competencies:
Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
High attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, etc.)
Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools (e.g., Power BI) preferred
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know.
CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities.
Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more.