We are conducting a search for an Accountant / Bookkeeping for one of our clients.  This will be an on-site position based in New York, NY

Job Length: long term

Position Type: W2/C2C

Requirements:

• Calculates, enters, and pays required fees and invoices (Accounts Payable)
• Allocates costs to specific studies and projects (Cost Accounting)
• Assumes responsibility for performing assigned accounting and related clerical support functions
• Maintains files, including filing of general ledger journal vouchers, accounts payable documentation, and other miscellaneous filings.
• Types a variety of documents, reports and records
• Keys daily worksheets to the general ledger system;
• Prints daily accounts payable checks and inserts checks and invoices into envelopes for mailing.
• Maintains and organizes shared Accounting inbox by responding to inquiries, researching requests, and printing invoices and documentation;
• Enters various data into appropriate database system to complete or update spreadsheet information relating to invoices and physician payments;
• Maintains integrity of database accounting systems by regularly updating files, reports and spreadsheets.
• Prepares various spreadsheets, reports and data lists for regular meetings
• Performs assigned account reconciliation functions per established SOPs
• Researches, tracks and resolves (or properly refers) accounting or documentation problems and discrepancies
• Establishes and maintains effective communication and coordination with Company personnel and management
• Maintains regular contact with other departments to obtain and convey information and/or to correct transactions;
• Keeps management informed of accounting activities/balances and of any significant problems
• Attends and participates in meetings as required.
• Performs other accounting clerical tasks which may include processing and distributing annual 1099 forms, maintaining postage account, and/or maintaining credit card accounts;
• Perform other duties not specifically listed in this job description as assigned.

Education:

• An Associate’s degree in accounting, finance, business or similar major and 2 years of accounting and/or office experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, is required.
• Basic knowledge of accounts payable, accounting functions and general office procedures is highly preferred.