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We are looking for an experienced Staff Accountant to join our FinTech client in New York, New York. This is a long-term contract position offering the opportunity to contribute to a range of accounting and financial reporting activities, including audits, policy reviews, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment and excel in delivering accurate and timely financial documentation.
Job Responsibility:
Support preparation and documentation of accounting position papers and memos (e.g., revenue recognition, goodwill impairment, CECL, lease accounting)
Assist in developing and reviewing procedures related to financial close, reconciliations, and reporting enhancements
Conduct technical research and apply relevant US GAAP guidance to transactions and disclosures
Prepare roll-forward schedules for key balance sheet and income statement accounts
Collaborate on the preparation of financial statements, supporting worksheets, and disclosure workpapers as part of monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycles
Prepare regulatory reports for trust company entities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable standards
Contribute to the preparation, review, and delivery of investor quarterly reports with appropriate analysis and commentary
Prepare or review audit schedules, analyses, and reconciliations supporting financial statement line items
Work closely with the internal finance team and external advisors to meet project deadlines
Contribute to audit-readiness and internal process documentation improvements
Coordinate with accounting leads on technical areas i.e. cost to obtain, lease accounting
Review accounting policies and procedures for updates and standardization
Support the finance team during financial reporting cycles and special projects, including system optimization and control enhancements
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
Preferably 3–5 years of relevant experience in accounting, audit, or financial reporting roles
Experience in preparing financial statements and supporting schedules/workpapers
Familiarity with regulatory reporting requirements for trust companies and investor communications a strong plus
Familiarity with US GAAP and key accounting topics (revenue recognition, leases, equity, impairments, consolidation)
Prior experience in audit (either public audit firm or as an auditee) strongly beneficial
Experience preparing accounting memos and supporting audit deliverables
Strong Excel and analytical skills
comfort working with cloud-based accounting systems
Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
What we offer:
medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance