Pay Range: The base salary range is $99,500 - $105,500. This position is also eligible for quarterly performance-based incentives targeting 10% of the base salary. Senior Staff Accountant The American Arbitration Association (AAA) is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Staff Accountant to support general ledger accounting, financial reporting, month-end close, and account reconciliations. This role will also assist with budgeting, financial analysis, audits, and tax compliance while ensuring accuracy, maintaining internal controls, and driving improvements in accounting processes. Named one of the 50 best non-profits to work for by the Non-Profit Times, our employees enjoy rewarding careers in a fast-paced, results-driven environment. We offer a competitive compensation package, including incentives. Eligible employees also participate in a comprehensive benefits program that includes medical, dental, orthodontia, vision coverage, student loan repayment, 403(b) retirement plan with substantial company match, discounted pet insurance, and generous paid-time-off benefits. Work Environment This position is based at the AAA’s headquarters in downtown Manhattan and follows a hybrid work arrangement, with employees generally expected to work in the office two days per week. The specific schedule may vary based on business and team needs. Responsibilities • Maintains General Ledger, including preparation and review of journal entries to ensure accuracy and adequate support • Ensures the accuracy and adherence to internal controls and accounting policies • Prepares monthly, quarterly, and year-end reports, journals, and account reconciliations • Assists with monthly and year-end financial closing, and prepares internal and external reporting • Manages production of balance sheet and income statement account analysis and subsidiary ledger reconciliations to the general ledger • Assists with audits by interacting with internal and external auditors and producing/retrieving supporting documentation • Creates and improves accounting processes; works with staff to promote and provide top-quality standards and practices • Supervises and reviews the work of a staff accountant to ensure accuracy and provide coaching and guidance to streamline processes • Maintains various functions of the budget process and cost allocation schedules • Ensures confidentiality of case information and case records; adheres to AAA's information security and data privacy policies, procedures, and practices EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE • Bachelor's degree in accounting or related discipline; or equivalent experience • 4-6 years of progressive accounting experience • Knowledge of current FASB Accounting Standards Codification, specifically, ASC 350/360 and ASC 842 preferred KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES • Ability to read, interpret, and write legal and business documents; ability to communicate effectively with customers, attorneys, arbitrators, mediators, and employees • Ability to perform advanced calculations, interpret statistical reports and financial data, and create graphs and charts • Ability to solve complex problems, deal with variables, and interpret instructions in various forms • Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and Word; advanced proficiency in Excel and financial applications (Oracle experience a plus); strong working knowledge of GAAP accounting; NetSuite experience strongly preferred The American Arbitration Association is an equal opportunity employer (EEO) and we value diversity in our workplace. We consider all employees and applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.