Senior Accountant

Description:

NCheng LLP is seeking a Senior Accountant to join its dynamic accounting and consulting team based in Manhattan, NY. This role offers an excellent opportunity for professionals with a solid background in accounting and financial reporting to take a leadership role, handling client relationships, reviewing deliverables, and contributing to engagement success. The position is hybrid, requiring on-site presence three days a week.

As a Senior Accountant, you will supervise key processes handled by Staff Accountants, ensure accuracy and timeliness of financial deliverables, and perform higher-level financial analysis. You’ll act as a primary point of contact for clients, address complex queries, and support budgeting and operational decision-making. The role involves regular interaction with clients and internal teams to deliver high-quality financial services that align with firm and client standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review work performed by Staff Accountants, including coding, reconciliations, and compliance

• Act as client liaison, handling budgeting questions, inquiries, and operational matters

• Prepare or review monthly/quarterly financial statements and deliver data analysis to clients or managers

• Lead monthly close processes, journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis

• Recommend process improvements and internal controls to enhance accuracy and efficiency

• Mentor and coach junior accounting staff on technical practices and career development

• Oversee grant accounting processes, funding agency reporting, and voucher submissions as required

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

• CPA license or active progress toward CPA is a plus

• 2–5 years of hands-on accounting experience, particularly in month-end close and reporting

• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP) and accounting software

• Deep knowledge of US GAAP standards

• Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary: $82000 – $92000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience

• Hybrid work schedule (3 days on-site per week in NYC)

• Comprehensive benefits package: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, HSA, and commuter benefits

• Paid Time Off, holidays, family and parental leave, sick time

• Employer-matching 401(k) plan

• Complimentary Wellhub (Gympass) membership

• Summer Fridays – early office closure at 3 PM

About the Company:
NCheng LLP is a Certified Public Accounting and Consulting firm established in 1989, serving a wide range of clients including non-profits, healthcare institutions, and housing organizations. The firm prides itself on maintaining high professional standards and delivering customized services in assurance, tax, accounting, and fiscal management. It is a member of both the AICPA and NYSSCPA.

Inclusivity & Accommodation:
NCheng LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages diversity in all hiring practices. The company offers reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the recruitment process.