Senior Accountant

Base pay range

$/yr - $/yr

Reports to:

VP of Finance

Company:
Confidential – Private Equity–Backed Platform Company

A rapidly growing, private equity–backed aggregator executing an active acquisition strategy across multiple markets. They are seeking a Senior Accountant with strong technical accounting skills and hands‑on experience supporting mergers and acquisitions. This role will be highly involved in deal execution, post‑acquisition integration, and scaling accounting processes in a fast‑paced environment.

The ideal candidate is comfortable working across multiple entities, thrives in ambiguity, and partners closely with FP&A, operations, and external advisors.

• Support financial due diligence for acquisitions, including review of target financials and quality of earnings materials
• Assist with purchase accounting under ASC 805, including opening balance sheets and post‑close adjustments
• Coordinate with external auditors, valuation specialists, and PE sponsors during transactions
• Support deal closings by preparing accounting memos and transaction‑related journal entries
• Lead or support onboarding of acquired entities into the company’s accounting systems and close process
• Standardize accounting policies, chart of accounts, and internal controls across acquired businesses
• Reconcile legacy accounting records and resolve integration‑related accounting issues
• Prepare and review monthly journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements for multiple legal entities
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes under tight timelines
• Ensure GAAP compliance and assist with technical accounting research and documentation
• Support audit and review processes, including preparation of schedules and responses to auditor requests
• Identify and implement process improvements to support rapid growth and increasing transaction volume
• Assist in building scalable accounting infrastructure, systems, and controls
• Partner with FP&A and operations to improve financial visibility and reporting accuracy

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred)
• 4–7+ years of accounting experience, preferably with exposure to M&A
• Experience in private equity–backed companies, aggregators, or roll‑up models strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP; purchase accounting experience is a plus
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with Net Suite or similar ERP preferred
• Detail‑oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment

• Exposure to high‑volume acquisitions and direct interaction with PE sponsors
• Opportunity to help build and scale the finance function
• Competitive compensation, bonus potential, and equity participation (where applicable)
• Collaborative, entrepreneurial culture with significant growth potential

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Accounting/Auditing

Financial Services and Business Consulting and Services

New York, NY