Senior Accountant, General Ledger - New York, NY

Senior Accountant, General Ledger · College Board - Finance  · Location: This is a hybrid role and requires the candidate to be on-site at College Board's New York City office every Tuesday and Wednesday · Role Type: This is a full-time position  · About the Team   · The General ...

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Senior Accountant, General Ledger

College Board - Finance 

Location: This is a hybrid role and requires the candidate to be on-site at College Board's New York City office every Tuesday and Wednesday

Role Type: This is a full-time position 

About the Team  

The General Ledger team at College Board is a close-knit, highly collaborative group of seven finance professionals responsible for maintaining the organization's core financial records. The team plays a central role in ensuring the accuracy and completeness of financial data, supporting internal and external audits, and upholding accounting standards and internal controls across the enterprise. Their work provides the financial foundation that enables College Board to operate with integrity, transparency, and accountability in service of students and educators. 

About the Opportunity    

The Associate Director, Finance Accounting is a key contributor to College Board's financial stewardship and compliance efforts. This role is responsible for safeguarding the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger, strengthening internal controls, and ensuring adherence to accounting standards and regulatory requirements. By delivering reliable, timely financial information, the Associate Director supports effective decision-making across the organization and helps ensure College Board can responsibly advance its mission. This role offers the opportunity to partner closely with colleagues across Finance and the broader organization, combining technical accounting expertise with a commitment to operational excellence and public trust. 

In this role, you will:  

Financial and Accounting Operations for the Monthly and Year-End Close Process (40%) 

• Record all lease and sublease journal entries in accordance with ASC 842. 

• Review sublease arrangements and determine appropriate chargebacks in coordination with Accounts Receivable. 

• Prepare journal entries relating to the close process for all assigned areas including but not limited to banking, assets, liabilities, revenue, and expense. 

• Review AP Reader travel-related journal entries and monitor transaction accuracy and timeliness for recording. 

• Analyze assigned bank activities and process cash ledger entries, including interbank transfers, deposits, and non-invoice payments. 

• Review assigned journal entries with a 24-hour turnaround, prioritizing monthly close deadlines. 

• Review sales tax accounts and prepare year-end sales tax journal entries. 

• Review supplier invoices for year-end cutoff and prepare required adjusting entries. 

• Review wire payments and record appropriate accruals during year-end close. 

Close Process and Account Reconciliation (30%) 

• Prepare and reconcile lease, sublease, and sublease deposit accounts monthly; any discrepancies are to be resolved timely within the next accounting cycle. 

• Reconcile AP accruals to subledger and investigate and resolve discrepancies. 

• Perform monthly payroll account reconciliations and coordinate issue resolution with Payroll. 

• Analyze occupancy expense accounts and resolve discrepancies prior to closing. 

• Reconcile the SAT deferred revenue account to the subledger and resolve discrepancies. 

• Perform all sales tax related account reconciliations and resolve any discrepancies, if any. 

• Reconcile self-insured dental accounts and validate reserve support using actuarial valuations and claim reports. 

Financial Reporting and Audit (30%) 

• Prepare the monthly Balance Sheet Statement.

• Maintain the quarterly Balance Sheet Statement and Workday System Report reconciliation. 

• Review new Lease contracts and amendments and assess the lease accounting impact in accordance with ASC 842 lease standard. 

• Prepare financial statement disclosures relating to Leases. 

• Support external financial reporting related to the 990 for program and management allocations using Workday workbags. 

• Serve as the primary point of contact for audit requests pertaining to Leases. 

• Participate in special projects and cross-functional initiatives as needed. 

About You  

To qualify for this role, you must have:

• Certified public accountant (CPA) licensure preferred 

• Experience with both public and private accounting 

• 3+ years' experience in General Ledger 

• 3+ years' experience working with audits 

• A working knowledge of Workday 

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook 

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills 

• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines 

• High attention to detail and accuracy 

• Self-directed, dependable, and comfortable working independently 

All roles at College Board require: 

• A passion for expanding educational and career opportunities and mission-driven work 

• Curiosity and enthusiasm for emerging technologies, with a willingness to experiment with and adopt new AI-driven solutions and comfort with learning and applying new digital tools independently and proactively

• Clear and concise communication skills, written and verbal

• A learner's mindset and a commitment to growth: welcoming diverse perspectives, giving and receiving timely, respectful feedback, and continuously improving through iterative learning and user input

• A drive for impact and excellence: solving complex problems, making data-informed decisions, prioritizing what matters most, and continuously improving through learning, user input, and external benchmarking

• A collaborative and empathetic approach: working across differences, fostering trust, and contributing to a culture of shared success 

• Authorization to work in the United States 

About Our Process   

• Application review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days. 

• While the hiring process may vary, it generally includes: resume and application submission, recruiter phone/video screen, hiring manager interview, performance exercise such as live coding, a panel interview, a conversation with leadership and reference checks.    

What We Offer 

At College Board, we offer more than a paycheck- we provide a meaningful career, a supportive team, and a comprehensive package designed to help you thrive. We're a self-sustaining nonprofit that believes in fair and competitive compensation grounded in your qualifications, experience, impact, and the market. 

A Thoughtful Approach to Compensation 

• The hiring range for this role is $75,000-$100,000 

• Your exact salary will depend on your location, experience, and how your background compares to others in similar roles at the College Board. 

• We aim to make our best offer upfront, rooted in fairness, transparency, and market data. 

• We adjust salaries by location to ensure fairness, no matter where you live. 

You'll have open, transparent conversations about compensation, benefits, and what it's like to work at College Board throughout your hiring process. Check out our careers page for more.