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Financial Accountant

Company: Simons Foundation
Location: New York, NY
Employment Type: Full Time
Date Posted: 05/20/2026
Job Categories: Education, Collegiate Faculty, Staff, Administration

Job Description

Financial Accountant

Financial Accountant

Full Time
R0002111

POSITION SUMMARY

The Simons Foundation is currently recruiting a Financial Accountant to join the accounting and reporting team. The Financial Accountant will be responsible for supporting the full accounting cycle and related reporting needs.

The Financial Accountant will report to the Finance Manager, Accounting, and will work in our New York office.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintain and analyze the general ledger accounting records and support the monthly and year-end close.
Perform recurring accounting work including journal entries and reconciliations related to cash and unrecorded cash transactions, fixed asset accounting, grants accounting, and investment accounting support. Assist with expense account analysis and account reclassifications.
Validate automated or integrated journal entries against control totals. Coordinate with the appropriate system administrators to investigate and resolve discrepancies.
Develop and maintain a working knowledge of core Procurement and Accounts Payable processes, particularly purchase requisitioning, invoice processing, and T&E expense report processing. Provide additional processing support in these areas as transaction volume or team coverage needs dictate.
Support the monthly close, including assigned close tasks, reconciliations, and related documentation. Ensure all work is properly documented and supported in the Foundation's close management software.
Support the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting packages. Prepare assigned financial reports and schedules, and compile reports, analyses, and commentary into presentation-ready meeting materials.
Prepare additional accounting analyses and schedules as needed for special projects, tax or regulatory needs, audit support, and other requests.
Understand workflows between teams, coordinate follow-ups with other teams as appropriate, and assist in ongoing efforts to improve processes and make operations more efficient.
Perform any other duties or tasks as assigned or required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or business preferred. Other degrees will be considered based on level of relevant experience.

Experience

Minimum three years of public accounting or relevant industry experience required
Must have technical and computational accounting skills as well as an understanding of US GAAP and applicable industry standards.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office with an emphasis on Excel and PowerPoint.
Familiarity with NetSuite is a plus.
Familiarity with IRS regulations with respect to exempt organizations, particularly private foundations, is a plus.

Related Skills & Other Requirements

Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills.
Must be detail oriented with strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills.
Must demonstrate initiative and critical-thinking skills, and the ability to prioritize workload to deliver high-quality results on time.
Adaptive to a dynamic, rapidly growing work environment.
Ability to work independently as well as in groups.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The full-time annual compensation range for this position is $85,000 - $92,000, depending on experience.
In addition to competitive salaries, the Simons Foundation provides employees with an outstanding benefits package.

Our Commitment to Expanding Pathways to Science & Opportunities for All:

Many of the greatest ideas and discoveries come from a diverse mix of minds, backgrounds, and experiences. The Simons Foundation is committed to advancing basic science and mathematics to benefit humankind and expand our collective understanding of our world. As part of our mission, we support partners, programs, and initiatives that seek to broaden the scientific community and open pathways to science and mathematics careers.

The Simons Foundation provides equal opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under federal, state, and local law.

To apply, visit https://simonsfoundation.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/simonsfoundationcareers/job/160-Fifth-Avenue-New-York-NY/Financial-Accountant_R0002111

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