Accountant 2Employment Type: ContractWork Hours: 35 hrs./week Work site: HybridLocation: 230 West 41 st St, New York, NY 10036Job Duration: 1 Year Closing: 05/29/2026Job DescriptionIn search of a business professional with an undergraduate degree in accounting or an individual with 3-4 years of experience in accounting as described below.Familiar with bank reconciliation processes and concepts, receivables, revenue recognition related to fee for service.Prepare daily journal entries related to cash receipts and disbursements.Assist with general accounting month-end and year end closing process.Prepare monthly cash reconciliation.Prepare general ledger account reconciliations and overall analytics.Assist with year-end closing by reviewing colleges' trial balance for irregularities in the general ledger control accounts.Prepare reports and presentation materials for university management, colleges, and external parties.Provide support to the Manager of University Revenue by performing ad hoc reporting and analysis and other special projects, as requested.Research historical balances using information readily available, discussions with other departments or campus accounting and bursar professionals.Assist with documenting new or existing business processes being used by the department.Process information and data received within CUNY to prepare for transition to new ERP system, which may include validating data, reviewing data requests from an accounting perspective for completeness and reasonableness, and escalating matters to supervisor or the University Executive Controller in a timely and effective manner.QualificationsKnowledge of Microsoft Excel and experience or willingness to learn advance excel functions such as pivot tables and VLOOKUP.Attention to details.Strong numerical analysis, evaluation, and research skills.Strong writing/verbal communication and interpersonal skills.Strong organization skills with files and communications.Misc. InformationMonday to Friday - 9am to 5pm.This is a hybrid position with 3 in-person days and 2 remote days.Paid parking is available at nearby parking lots.Several subway lines are within a block of the location.The interviews will be conducted virtually.Training will be provided.The Nexus Staff DifferenceOur outstanding healthcare coverage, including dental and vision, begins in just 30 days after you join us.We offer weekly payments via ACH (Automated Clearing House).Serving as Prime Vendors to New York State and New York City for over 10 years.