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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Staff Accountant

Fox Corporation · New York, NY

expertise and strategic thinking. JOB DESCRIPTION FOX Corporation is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join the Finance & Compensation team. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced en…

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$35 per hour

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications,…

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PN Staff Accountant

Phipps Neighborhoods · New York, NY · Full-time
$70k - $80k

the greatest amount of resources in support of the community. Salary Range: $70,000 - 80,000 Duties and Responsibilities: Accounting Function: Prepare and record monthly journal entries; Monthly accounting close preparat…

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$84.5k - $140.9k

via Casualty Actuarial Society (CAS) exams. Participate in training of others (underwriters, client managers, risk analysts, accountants and actuaries) regarding actuarial analyses and methodologies. Qualifications: Succ…

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Senior Accountant - Restaurant Auditor

Jean-Georges Management · New York, NY · Full-time
$80k - $85k

We are actively seeking a Sr. Accountant – Restaurant Auditor to join our team! THE BRAND Jean-Georges Management is built on a powerful culinary foundation and has evolved into a reputable and award-winning restaurant g…

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Staff Accountant

Careerscape · New York, NY · Full-time
$55k - $75k

Careerscape is recruiting on behalf of our client, a growing organization seeking an entry-level Staff Accountant to join their finance team on a full-time, remote basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent gra…

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Principal Auditor - Risk Management

Capital One · New York, NY
$109.9k - $125.4k

talent. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree or military experience At least 4 years of experience in auditing, in accounting, in financial analysis, in compliance, or a combination. At least 1 year of Enterprise Risk…

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Staff Accountant

New York, NY
$70k - $90k

company that provides an all-in-one software platform to help hotels streamline various operations. They are searching for a Staff Accountant to join their team ASAP! Salary: $70-90k base salary + full comprehensive bene…

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Accountant

Gauntlet · New York, NY · Full-time
$100k - $110k

equals the package equals the contents. No surprises, just predictable, reliable vaults. About the Role Gauntlet is seeking an Accountant to support our growing accounting function and help ensure the accuracy, completen…

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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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