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Atlas Search

Senior Accountant

Atlas Search, New York, New York, us, 10261

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Base pay range $130,000.00/yr - $170,000.00/yr

Reports to: VP of Finance

Company: Confidential – Private Equity–Backed Platform Company

Role Overview A rapidly growing, private equity–backed aggregator executing an active acquisition strategy across multiple markets. They are seeking a Senior Accountant with strong technical accounting skills and hands‑on experience supporting mergers and acquisitions. This role will be highly involved in deal execution, post‑acquisition integration, and scaling accounting processes in a fast‑paced environment.

The ideal candidate is comfortable working across multiple entities, thrives in ambiguity, and partners closely with FP&A, operations, and external advisors.

Key Responsibilities

Support financial due diligence for acquisitions, including review of target financials and quality of earnings materials

Assist with purchase accounting under ASC 805, including opening balance sheets and post‑close adjustments

Coordinate with external auditors, valuation specialists, and PE sponsors during transactions

Support deal closings by preparing accounting memos and transaction‑related journal entries

Lead or support onboarding of acquired entities into the company’s accounting systems and close process

Standardize accounting policies, chart of accounts, and internal controls across acquired businesses

Reconcile legacy accounting records and resolve integration‑related accounting issues

Prepare and review monthly journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements for multiple legal entities

Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes under tight timelines

Ensure GAAP compliance and assist with technical accounting research and documentation

Support audit and review processes, including preparation of schedules and responses to auditor requests

Identify and implement process improvements to support rapid growth and increasing transaction volume

Assist in building scalable accounting infrastructure, systems, and controls

Partner with FP&A and operations to improve financial visibility and reporting accuracy

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred)

4–7+ years of accounting experience, preferably with exposure to M&A

Experience in private equity–backed companies, aggregators, or roll‑up models strongly preferred

Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP; purchase accounting experience is a plus

Advanced Excel skills; experience with NetSuite or similar ERP preferred

Detail‑oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment

What We Offer

Exposure to high‑volume acquisitions and direct interaction with PE sponsors

Opportunity to help build and scale the finance function

Competitive compensation, bonus potential, and equity participation (where applicable)

Collaborative, entrepreneurial culture with significant growth potential

Seniority level Mid‑Senior level

Employment type Full‑time

Job function Accounting/Auditing

Industries Financial Services and Business Consulting and Services

Location New York, NY

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