Staff Accountant

NCheng LLP • New York, NY

6h • $66,300 - $72,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

At NCheng, our Staff Accountants support daily accounting operations for clients and internal departments. They manage key tasks such as AP/AR, reconciliations, payroll postings, and data organization. As they gain experience, they take on more complex responsibilities and begin interacting with clients. Staff Accountants provide essential support to our accounting team, ensuring accurate data entry and compliance with firm policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent relevant experience).
• 0–3 years of accounting or finance experience preferred (internships included).
• Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or comparable) and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), and payroll entries, ensuring timely and accurate recording of financial data.
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations and assist with reconciling key balance sheet accounts (e.g., credit cards, petty cash).
• Maintain organized filing systems for invoices, financial records, and other key documents; support in retrieving documentation for audits or client requests.
• Help compile financial data for monthly closings (journal entries, adjustments), working under guidance from Senior or Supervising staff.
• Contribute to the creation of internal financial reports, weekly cash-flow statements, or other client deliverables as needed.
• Adhere to the firm’s and clients’ internal controls, policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Stay up to date on basic accounting principles, software tools, and industry standards; engage in training or mentoring opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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