About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Accounting & Finance.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is seeking a detail-oriented Junior Accountant to support day-to-day accounting for multi-unit hospitality operations in Manhattan, NY. This is a full-time, on-site role focused on accurate transaction processing, reconciliations, and supporting month-end close.

• Record daily transactions and maintain accurate general ledger entries
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processing
• Reconcile bank and credit card statements and resolve discrepancies
• Prepare basic financial reports and schedules for month-end and year-end close
• Support vendor and customer billing inquiries and payment follow-up
• Help track revenue and expenses across multiple locations
• Support internal controls, documentation, and ad hoc finance requests
• Collaborate with finance and operations teams to ensure timely financial information

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Qualifications

• Foundational accounting skills: journal entries, reconciliations, general ledger familiarity
• Proficiency in accounting software (QuickBooks or similar) and spreadsheets (Excel)
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for cross-team collaboration
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent practical experience
• Prior internship or entry-level experience in accounting, hospitality, or multi-unit retail is a plus
• Commitment to confidentiality, integrity, and compliance with company policies and applicable laws
• Must be authorized to work in the United States

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Location & Schedule

• Work location: Manhattan, NY (on-site)
• Employment type: Full-time
• Typical hours: Standard business hours; flexibility for month-end close activities may be required

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Compensation

• Estimated annual salary: $64,209 (estimated figure provided by source). Exact salary and benefits will be shared during the interview process or in the offer package in compliance with New York pay transparency requirements.

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Why Join

• Hands-on accounting experience across multi-unit hospitality operations
• Opportunity to grow technical skills with accounting systems and month-end close
• Collaborative team environment where accuracy and operational support matter

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Notes on Hiring & Compliance

Careertakes recruits on behalf of a Confidential Client. This posting follows US federal and New York state hiring laws. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, or other protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations are available on request for candidates with disabilities during the application and interview process.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.