Finance & Accounting · New York, NY

Accountant jobs in New York, NY

Accountants record and interpret a company's financial activity. They prepare statements, reconcile accounts, close the books each month, and keep reporting in line with GAAP and tax requirements.

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$35–$79/hr
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Senior Accountant

Cobalt Recruitment · New York, NY

requiring line-by-line supervision.Perform monthly bank reconciliations and manage cash positions across multiple entities and bank accounts. Oversee recurring billings across commercial, mixed-use, and residential, incl…

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Senior Accountant (Manufacturing)

PrideStaff · New York, NY
$90k - $120k

Position: Senior Accountant Location: Sayville, NY Company/Industry: Manufacturer/Welding/Machining/Assembly Services Schedule: Mon-Fri, On-Site Only, 1st Shift Salary: $90,000 - $120,000/yr, depending on experience, wit…

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Senior Accountant - Tax and Partner Finance

Herbert Smith · New York, NY
$125k - $145k

The OpportunityKey responsibilities: The Tax Accountant will work closely with the Head of Finance, external advisors, and firm stakeholders to ensure timely compliance with all tax obligations while identifying opportun…

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Accountant Advanced (>6 years)

Robert Half · New York, NY

Position: Accountant Advanced / Syndicated Loan Servicing Specialist (Contract-to-Hire)Location: 4201 Congress Street, Charlotte, NC 28209Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM (100% Onsite)Required Experience: 15+…

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Senior Accountant

Hudson River Trading · New York, NY
$100k - $130k

Hudson River Trading (HRT) is seeking a Senior Accountant with a background in financial services to join our Legal Entity Control team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to learn various accounting functions w…

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Sr. Accountant

Robert Half · New York, NY
$115k - $145k

Senior Accountant | Elite NYC Family Office | Reporting to the ControllerI'm partnering with one of the most prestigious and sophisticated family offices in New York City to identify a Senior Accountant for a highly visi…

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Senior Accountant - Real Estate

KForce · New York, NY
$106.25k - $143.75k

DescriptionKforce's client, one of NYC's iconic real estate owner/developer/managers, is seeking a Senior Accountant. Overview:Due to their amazing growth, they are seeking an addition to their outstanding Accounting/Fin…

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Accounting And Tax Senior

Green Key Resources · New York, NY

TimeWorking Type HybridJob Reference 0000019923Salary Type AnnuallyIndustry AccountingSelling Points Contribute to impactful tax and accounting projects in a hybrid work environment. Access competitive benefits including…

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Staff Accountant

Robert Half · New York, NY

We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a team in Buffalo, New York. This contract opportunity is well suited for an accounting specialist who enjoys stepping into fast-moving environments, supporting important cli…

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$112.5k - $147.5k

diverse work environment where new ideas are encouraged and everyone is a stakeholder.What you'll be responsible forAs a Senior Accountant on our Regulatory Reporting team, you will own end-to-end accounting and reportin…

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Millwork Estimator

PrideStaff · New York, NY

Position: Millwork Estimator Location: Proximity to Islandia, NY Company/Industry: Well-established millwork shop Schedule: On-site, Mon-Fri Salary: Competitive, depending on experience, with flexibility for the right ca…

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Estimator/Cost Estimator - Gateway

Arcadis · New York, NY
$120k - $160k

meaningful, lasting impact — while advancing your career alongside some of the best minds in the industry — this is your moment.Role Accountabilities: Analyze project drawings, specifications, and other documentation to…

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What accountants earn in New York

Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives

ExperienceHourlyAnnual, full-time
Entry level $35–$44 $73k–$92k
Mid level $44–$60 $92k–$125k
Senior $57–$79 $119k–$165k

Adjusted for the New York market from national ranges.

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What employers ask for

The skills these listings keep naming

GAAPGeneral ledger accountingMonth-end closeAccount reconciliationExcel (pivot tables, lookups)QuickBooks or NetSuiteFinancial statement preparationAccruals and journal entriesAttention to detail
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Interview questions worth rehearsing

With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for

Walk me through your month-end close process.

Describe the sequence you own — accruals, reconciliations, review, reporting — and your typical close timeline. Mention anything you did to shorten or clean it up.

How do you handle a reconciliation that will not balance?

Show a methodical approach: isolate the period, check common culprits like timing and duplicates, and document the resolution rather than plugging the difference.

Explain the difference between accrual and cash basis accounting.

Give the textbook distinction, then a quick example of how the same transaction lands differently under each. Keep it crisp.

Tell me about a time you found an error in the books.

Explain how you spotted it, quantified the impact, corrected it with proper entries, and what control you suggested so it would not recur.

What accounting systems have you worked in?

Name the systems and what you did in them — entries, reports, closes — not just exposure. Mention any migration or implementation experience.

How do you stay current with accounting standards?

Cite concrete habits: CPE courses, firm updates, or following FASB changes relevant to your industry. One recent standard you adapted to makes it credible.

How do you handle pressure during close or audit season?

Talk about preparation and checklists rather than heroics: reconciling throughout the month and keeping schedules audit-ready reduces the crunch.

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Resume tips that move the needle

For accountants specifically — generic advice costs you here

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State the scope of the books you managed: revenue size, entity count, or number of accounts reconciled monthly.

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Quantify close improvements, such as reducing close from ten days to six.

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Name your systems and Excel depth specifically; 'QuickBooks, NetSuite, pivot tables, XLOOKUP' beats 'proficient in Excel'.

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List CPA status or progress prominently, including exams passed if you are mid-license.

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Include one audit interaction, such as preparing PBC schedules with no material adjustments.

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Where this role goes

Typical progression

01 Staff Accountant
02 Senior Accountant
03 Accounting Manager
04 Controller
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