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Senior Accountant (with path to Assistant Controller/ Controller)

Location
Brooklyn
Posted
2026-09-02

Job description

Senior Accountant (with path to Assistant Controller/ Controller)

Brooklyn, NY (Boro Park) | Hybrid (4 Days Onsite)

$90K–$120K + Benefits

Position Overview

A mental health services organization is seeking a Senior Accountant to join its lean finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional looking to take ownership, gain exposure to all aspects of the finance function, and grow into an Assistant Controller or Controller role as the company continues to expand.

The organization currently operates multiple outpatient clinics with additional growth planned. Reporting directly to the CFO, this role offers significant visibility, mentorship, and the opportunity to help build the finance infrastructure.

The Ideal Candidate

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

3–5+ years of accounting experience

Healthcare or healthcare services experience required

Strong understanding of month-end close, journal entries, and reconciliations

Tech-savvy and comfortable learning new systems

Driven, dependable, and thrives in a fast-paced environment

Strong communication skills and emotional intelligence

Public accounting candidates with healthcare clients are encouraged to apply

Multi-entity experience is a plus

Key Responsibilities

Perform month-end close and prepare journal entries

Maintain the general ledger and reconcile accounts

Prepare financial reports and supporting schedules

Assist with budgeting, audits, and financial analysis

Partner directly with the CFO on accounting initiatives

Support accounting across multiple entities and clinic locations

Review work completed by an offshore accounting resource

Help improve accounting processes and prepare the company for future growth

Why This Opportunity?

Direct mentorship from an experienced CFO

Clear path to Assistant Controller/Controller within 2 years

High-growth, investor-backed organization

Opportunity to build processes and gain broad accounting exposure

Significant career advancement as the company scales

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