Junior Accountant

Physician Affiliate Group of New York • New York, NY

3d • $78,000 - $78,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Physician Affiliate Group of New York (PAGNY), a tax-exempt organization affiliated with NYC Health + Hospitals, is hiring a Junior Accountant for its Finance Department. This entry-level role focuses on Accounts Payable and supports accurate, timely processing of contractor and vendor payables in a fast-paced environment. PAGNY directly employs nearly 4,000 physicians and allied health professionals serving NYC Health + Hospitals facilities and other public health practices. The organization’s mission emphasizes equitable access to high-quality care, compassion, dignity, respect, and social and racial equity.

The Junior Accountant manages invoices from receipt through approval, enters and codes invoice data, communicates with vendors, helps process payments, reviews expense reports, assists with account reconciliation and month-end close, and maintains records for audits and reference. The role also supports compliance with internal controls and accounting requirements and identifies opportunities to improve accounts payable processes.

The position is regular full-time, based at PAGNY Corporate in New York, NY. The listed salary is $78,000 per year.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial concepts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and record-keeping.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt in a dynamic, fast-paced work environment.

Nice To Haves

• Previous internship or entry-level experience in accounting, finance, or accounts payable.
• Experience with Bill.com and Sage Intacct.

Responsibilities

• Process contractor and vendor invoices accurately and completely, managing the workflow from receipt through approval and ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Enter invoice details into the accounting system and apply appropriate expense-account and cost-center coding.
• Communicate with vendors about invoice inquiries, discrepancies, and payment status.
• Help prepare and process payments by check, ACH transfer, and wire transfer, following required approvals.
• Review and process expense reports, verify receipts, and check compliance with company policies before issuing reimbursements.
• Assist with reconciling accounts payable transactions, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining accurate financial records.
• Support month-end closing procedures, including analysis, adjustments, and reporting.
• Maintain organized digital and physical records of invoices, payments, and related documentation for audits and reference.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Identify and suggest opportunities to streamline accounts payable processes, improve efficiency, and reduce errors through automation and other improvements.

Benefits

• 401(k) company contribution: immediately vested 3% of base earnings, subject to IRS contribution limits, with no employee match required; after one year of service, an additional 7% company contribution of base earnings, also with no match required.
• Generous annual paid time off, including vacation and holidays.
• Medical, prescription, and dental coverage, with employee contributions described as significantly below market rates.
• Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage equal to three times salary, up to $250,000, at no cost to the employee.
• Additional employee-paid voluntary life and AD&D coverage for employees and their families.
• Healthcare and dependent-care flexible spending accounts (FSAs).
• Pre-tax employee-paid contributions for commuting expenses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level