Senior Accountant, Schenectady

Senior Accountant (Hybrid)
Location: Near Schenectady, NY Salary Range: $65,000 - $75,000 Employment Type: Full-Time | Hybrid
Position Overview
Our well-established client is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Accountant to support its finance operations and reporting functions.
Working closely with the Controller, this role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting audits, and ensuring the integrity of financial reporting.
This position offers a blend of technical accounting responsibilities and cross-functional collaboration, making it ideal for someone who enjoys both analytical work and partnering with internal stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting & Financial Reporting
Prepare and record journal entries in accordance with accounting standards
Review entries prepared by accounting staff to ensure accuracy and compliance
Perform monthly and quarterly account reconciliations across various balance sheet and revenue accounts
Prepare regular revenue reports and reconcile related accounts
Review cash activity and payment reconciliations
Audit & Compliance Support
Assist with external audit preparation by compiling documentation and responding to auditor requests
Prepare schedules and entries related to grant and restricted fund accounting
Help ensure compliance with internal policies and accounting standards
Collaboration & Special Projects
Partner with finance team members and other departments to provide financial information and support
Assist with financial reporting improvements and process enhancements
Support special projects and ad hoc financial analyses as needed