Career Group is hiring: Accounting Assistant in New York

Base pay range

$55,000.00/yr - $70,000.00/yr

Salary: 55-70k base range + bonus + benefits + 401k match

Location: Onsite Monday – Friday in Midtown office

Core hours: 8:30-4:30pm

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with data entry of financial transactions into accounting software
• Reconcile bank statements, credit card transactions, and vendor accounts
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable, including invoice tracking and payment follow-ups
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records and filing systems
• Assist in preparing financial reports, budgets, and expense tracking
• Communicate with vendors, clients, and internal teams regarding billing and payment inquiries
• Perform general administrative duties to support the finance department

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in bookkeeping, accounting, or a related administrative/finance role (preferred but not required)
• Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks)
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• High attention to detail and accuracy in data entry
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality with financial information
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Please submit your resume for consideration!

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing and Administrative

Industries

• Real Estate and Financial Services