Knowledge Builders Inc is hiring: Accountant in New York

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About the Role: CCNY is looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Temp to join its Revenue Accounting team. The temporary employee will support key accounting functions, including bank reconciliations, resolution of unreconciled items, and assistance with the monthly close process. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a solid foundation in general accounting principles and a proven ability to manage high-volume transactions.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations.
• Identify and clear unreconciled items promptly.
• Assist in monthly close tasks, including preparation of journal entries.
• Support the team with account analysis and variance explanations.
• Maintain accurate and well-documented reconciliation work papers.

Required Qualifications

• Strong computer skills, with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivot tables, complex formulas, data analysis).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to perform complex reconciliations independently.
• Solid understanding of general accounting principles.

Preferred Qualifications

• 57 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Experience with revenue management in the higher education sector.
• Strong background in trial balance analysis and preparing adjusting journal entries.

Why Join Us?

The candidate will be part of a collaborative and knowledgeable accounting team, working in a dynamic and mission-driven environment. While this is a temporary role, the candidate's contributions will directly impact the accuracy of the Colleges financial reporting and operational efficiency.

Company Description

Knowledge Builders Inc. (KBI) offers a wide range of services, including Information Technology Consulting, Administrative and Health Care Staffing solutions, Payrolling, and Call Center services to organizations of all sizes. KBI is a certified Woman-Owned Business Enterprise (WBE) recognized by New York State, New York City, and the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey.

Our extensive consultant placements cover a variety of roles, and we have successfully placed consultants across private sector companies and public sector agencies in New York State and beyond. We are dedicated to recruiting candidates who consistently exceed our customers expectations.