Job Description
Are you an experienced Accountant looking for a flexible, high-impact role?
Apex Financial Solutions is seeking a talented Remote Accountant to join our elite finance team based in New York, NY. We are looking for a detail-oriented professional to manage our financial reporting, ensure compliance, and drive strategic financial planning—all from the comfort of your home office.
As a key member of our team, you will bridge the gap between data and decision-making, ensuring our clients' financial health is robust and transparent. We offer a competitive compensation package and a culture that values work-life balance.
Apex Financial Solutions is seeking a talented Remote Accountant to join our elite finance team based in New York, NY. We are looking for a detail-oriented professional to manage our financial reporting, ensure compliance, and drive strategic financial planning—all from the comfort of your home office.
As a key member of our team, you will bridge the gap between data and decision-making, ensuring our clients' financial health is robust and transparent. We offer a competitive compensation package and a culture that values work-life balance.
Responsibilities
- Financial Reporting: Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in strict accordance with GAAP and internal corporate policies.
- Account Reconciliation: Perform accurate and timely reconciliations of bank accounts, credit card statements, and general ledger accounts.
- Payroll Management: Process payroll for remote employees, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and full compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Tax Compliance: Assist in the preparation and filing of federal, state, and local tax returns, ensuring all deadlines are met.
- Budgeting & Forecasting: Support the annual budgeting process by analyzing variances and providing actionable insights to senior management.
- Audit Support: Coordinate with external auditors and provide all necessary documentation, schedules, and explanations for annual audits.
- Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline accounting workflows and implement best practices for remote teams.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration is required; CPA or CMA certification is highly preferred.
- Experience: Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience, with a strong preference for candidates with prior remote work experience.
- Technical Proficiency: Advanced proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero, NetSuite) and advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, Macros).
- Regulatory Knowledge: Deep understanding of US GAAP, tax laws, and financial regulations applicable to the New York region.
- Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of explaining complex financial data to non-finance stakeholders.
- Self-Motivation: Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a fully remote environment while maintaining high productivity standards.