Summit Staffing Partners is hiring: Accounting Analyst in New York

Base pay range

$40.00/hr - $50.00/hr

Accounting Analyst

Midtown Manhattan, NYC (Hybrid, Work from Home and in Office)

Contract / Consulting Role

Our client, a mid-sized Private Equity and Management Consulting firm, is looking to add a Junior Accountant to their growing finance and accounting team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone early in their accounting career to gain exposure to a broad range of responsibilities in a fast-paced, professional environment.

Core Responsibilities:

• Support the accounting team with journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close
• Assist in maintaining the general ledger and managing AP / AR functions
• Perform financial data analysis using Excel – strong skills with Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, and formulas are a must
• Help ensure compliance with GAAP and internal financial controls
• Collaborate with senior accountants and other departments as needed

What we’re looking for:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field with 1+ years of accounting experience (internships included)
• Familiarity with GAAP and accounting best practices
• Strong working knowledge of Excel
• A self-starter who’s detail-oriented, eager to learn, and can be a team contributor

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants hands-on experience at a firm that values growth, collaboration, and professional development.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing

Industries

• Financial Services and Accounting