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Staff Accountant, Accounting Advisory Solutions (Westchester, NY )Cohen & Company • Armonk, NY, United States
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Staff Accountant, Accounting Advisory Solutions (Westchester, NY )

Staff Accountant, Accounting Advisory Solutions (Westchester, NY )

Cohen & Company • Armonk, NY, United States
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What You'll Do

Are you an accounting professional looking to take the next step in your career? At Cohen & Co , we believe in putting people first and fostering a culture of growth, collaboration, and excellence. As a Staff Accountant on our Accounting Advisory Services (AAS) team, you'll work directly with clients across a variety of industries to support complex accounting and financial reporting needs. You'll assist with technical accounting, financial reporting, and day-to-day accounting operations while developing your expertise in diverse business environments. This role offers the opportunity to build strong technical skills, contribute to high-impact client projects, and grow alongside experienced advisors in a collaborative, dynamic setting.

Financial Reporting & Technical Accounting

  • Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP, IFRS, or other applicable frameworks.
  • Assist in the implementation of new accounting standards, including ASC 842 (Leases), ASC 606 (Revenue Recognition), and ASC 805 (Business Combinations).
  • Research and draft technical accounting memos addressing complex issues such as equity transactions, debt modifications, and consolidation.
  • Support clients with SEC reporting (Forms 10-Q, 10-K, and S-1 filings), as applicable.

Operational Accounting Support

  • Perform account reconciliations, journal entries, and variance analyses to support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
  • Assist clients with daily accounting activities, including general ledger maintenance, intercompany transactions, and fixed asset accounting.
  • Help clients design and improve accounting processes, including the documentation of policies and procedures.

    • Client Engagement & Project Delivery

  • Participate in client meetings, helping to identify issues, propose solutions, and deliver high-quality work products.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams-including audit, tax, and consulting-to provide integrated client solutions.
  • Contribute to project planning, budgeting, and execution, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction.

    • Who You Are

    Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; Master's degree preferred.
  • CPA license or active progress toward CPA eligibility strongly preferred.
  • 1-4 years of experience in public accounting or corporate accounting.
  • Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting principles.
  • Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, Sage Intacct, QuickBooks) and advanced Excel skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex accounting concepts clearly.
  • Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced, client-facing environment.

    • Preferred Experience

  • Exposure to technical accounting research and memo writing.
  • Familiarity with internal controls and SOX compliance.
  • Prior consulting or advisory experience is a plus.

    • Location

  • Westchester, NY
  • Hybrid work environment

    • Who We Are

    #LifeatCohen

    Sure, we like numbers. (But we'll never treat you like one.)

    At Cohen & Co our foundational principles offer insight into how we achieve an inclusive, growth-oriented culture that fuels the success of our firm, our clients and our people. In particular, we honor our foundational principle of "great people first" by :

  • Championing the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion by embracing the unique stories, backgrounds, perspectives and ideas that come from our people; and
  • Offering a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package, which allows each employee to use the benefits that best suits their needs. Our offerings go beyond standard options, including time off outside of your standard PTO to give back to the community, annual discretionary merit increases and bonuses, talent development resources to tap into growth opportunities, and so much more!

    • Estimated Salary Range : $60,000 - 85,000

  • Salaries offered to candidates are determined based on factors such as candidate's relevant skillset, experience, licensure, and certifications, as well as job responsibilities, geography, market considerations, and organizational needs. At Cohen & Co, we don't stop setting ourselves apart by offering competitive base compensation. As part of our 'great people first' foundational principle, our firm offers a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that allows each employee to design a package that best suits their needs and goes beyond standard options, including time off outside of your standard PTO to recharge and give back to the community, annual discretionary merit increases and bonuses, talent development resources to tap into growth opportunities, and so much more!

    • Learn More About Us!

  • Discover our Passion, Purpose & Expertise
  • Learn more about our Firm's culture
  • Experienced Hire Opportunities

    • We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity of thought and background to build an inclusive and energized culture and better meet the needs of our clients.

    Agency recruiters may not submit unsolicited candidate information or resumes to any Cohen & Co employee without a recruiting services contract first being entered into with the Cohen & Co Talent Acquisition Team; see policy here.

    #LI-PROMO

    #LI-Hybrid

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