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We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Manager to join our team in Long Island City, New York. In this long-term contract role, you will oversee critical accounting processes, ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute your expertise in general ledger management and financial statement preparation.
Job Responsibility:
Oversee the general ledger accounting process to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in compliance with applicable accounting standards
Develop and distribute monthly close calendars, monitoring deliverables and deadlines through an organized checklist
Supervise month-end and year-end closing activities, including account reconciliations, journal entry preparation, and internal financial statement generation
Manage financial transactions related to assets, liabilities, equity, expenses, prepaids, and accruals
Review and approve both recurring and one-time journal entries, ensuring proper coding and adherence to accounting standards
Conduct reviews of monthly bank reconciliation statements to ensure accuracy
Reconcile bank account activity for non-revenue transactions, maintaining financial integrity
Verify that payroll transactions align with funding reports and are accurately recorded
Assist with audit preparation by managing requests and supporting annual external audit processes
Requirements:
Proven expertise in month-end and year-end close processes
Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting and financial statement preparation
Proficiency in account reconciliation and journal entry management
Familiarity with audit processes, including preparing for annual external audits
Ability to handle financial transactions across various categories, such as payroll, accruals, and prepaids
Experience with bank reconciliations and ensuring transaction accuracy
Knowledge of compliance with accounting standards and regulations
Excellent organizational and communication skills to manage deadlines effectively