Senior Accountant

Company Overview

JRM is one of the top General Contracting and Construction Management Firms with over a decade of trusted experience. Headquartered in New York City with offices in New Jersey, California, and Florida, JRM delivers the highest quality services to clients that include City, State Federal Agencies, Fortune 500 corporations, respected property owners developers, major law firms, media tech firms, leading luxury retailers, renowned hospitality groups, life sciences healthcare organizations, and financial services firms. JRM knows that dedicated, accomplished employees are the heart of any successful enterprise. We are focused on maintaining a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace and are always looking to add passionate personnel to our teams across the US.

Job Summary

Reporting directly to the Assistant Controller, the Senior Accountant is a key contributor within JRM’s Accounting Department, playing an integral role in the Company’s financial close, reporting, and internal controls. The Senior Accountant supports accurate and timely financial reporting, account reconciliations, and compliance with multi‑state regulatory requirements through detailed account reconciliations and analysis of accounting operations.

Responsibilities and Duties

Prepare monthly and quarterly consolidated workpapers, including review and analysis of the general ledger to ensure accuracy and completeness.

Prepare and record journal entries, reconcile general ledger accounts, and assist in month-end and year-end close activities.

Actively maintain and review General Ledger accounts and activity, proactively identifying and resolving discrepancies.

Assist with preparation of accruals and work-in-progress schedule.

Assist with the preparation of consolidated comparative financial statements, including Profit Loss, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow Statement.

Assist in preparing documentation and supporting schedules for annual income tax return filings and audit requests.

Assist with sales and use tax compliance across multiple states and jurisdictions, including preparation, filing, and payment of returns.

Assist with ad-hoc accounting projects and financial analysis.

Participate in process improvement initiatives and recommend enhancements to accounting workflows, policies and internal controls.

Qualifications and Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.

Minimum of 3–5 years of relevant accounting experience, construction accounting is a plus.

Strong understanding of GAAP and general accounting principles.

Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and analytical skills.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to meet deadlines and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

High level of integrity and discretion when handling confidential information.

Computer Systems

Excellent computer literacy including experience with Microsoft Office product applications (ex. Excel, Word, Outlook, Power Point)

Advanced Microsoft Excel Skills

Salary Information

To the extent this role is performed in New York City, the annual salary range is $95,000 - $120,000.

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