Senior Accountant

NCheng LLP • New York, NY

167d • $82,000 - $92,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

NCheng LLP (“NC”) is a multicultural Certified Public Accounting and Consulting firm led by Managing Principal Faizan Younus. Founded in 1989, the firm has grown into a trusted advisor for non-profits, healthcare institutions, housing developers, and professional partnerships.

NC provides assurance, accounting, tax, technology, and fiscal management services, specializing in helping non-profits navigate financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and management challenges. We uphold the highest professional standards and are members of the AICPA and NYSSCPA.

Inclusivity
NC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our Recruiting process. If you have a disability and need assistance or an accommodation, please email us at [email protected].

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• 2–5 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Prior experience with month-end closings, financial reporting, and using data to identify trends, investigate variances, and advise on solutions.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.) and accounting software skills.
• Deep understanding of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• CPA license or progress toward CPA (or similar certification) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review Staff Accountants’ work for accuracy, ensuring proper coding, reconciliations, and compliance with firm/client standards.
• Serve as a key point of contact for one or more clients, handling moderate to complex inquiries, budgeting updates, and operational issues.
• Prepare or review monthly and quarterly financial statements, interpret data, and present findings to clients or managers.
• Manage the close process, including complex journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analyses.
• Recommend workflow enhancements or internal controls to improve efficiency and reduce errors.
• Coach Staff Accountants on technical issues, best practices, and professional development.
• If relevant, oversee grant accounting, voucher submissions, and annual or periodic reports to funding agencies.

Benefits

• Hybrid Schedule: 3 days in our NYC office
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, HSA, and Commuter Transit Benefits
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Paid Family Leave, Paid Parental Leave, and Sick Time
• Employer-match 401(k) Plan
• Complimentary Wellhub (Gympass) Membership

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees