Corporate Accountant Jobs in New York
Corporate Accountant jobs in New York represent one of the most active markets in the country, concentrated in financial services, media, real estate, and multinational corporate headquarters, with openings from entry-level staff accountant through senior financial reporting roles. The heaviest hiring is in New York City, with additional demand in White Plains and Buffalo, where employers like JPMorgan Chase, Pfizer, and Verizon maintain large finance teams. The most in-demand specialties are financial consolidation, SEC reporting, and intercompany accounting. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Position Overview
The Director, Corporate Accounting & Financial Reporting is a senior leadership role reporting to the CAO, responsible for owning complex corporate accounting matters, overseeing financial reporting processes, and driving strategic initiatives across the finance organization. This role operates at the center of technical accounting, M&A, systems, and reporting, combining strong execution with the ability to solve novel challenges as the business scales.
The position will play a critical role in supporting IPO readiness and addressing complex, non-routine transactions and business initiatives, translating them into practical accounting and reporting outcomes. It will partner closely with cross-functional teams to align financial data, improve decision-useful reporting, and navigate a complex, multi-ERP environment.
This is a high-impact role with exposure to both recurring operations and complex, non-routine initiatives, requiring a candidate who can move seamlessly between detailed execution and strategic problem solving.
This role is based in New York City and requires in-office presence four days per week.
- Own and manage corporate accounting areas including debt, derivatives, stock-based compensation, and intercompany structures, ensuring accurate and consistent reporting across entities
- Lead technical accounting for complex and non-routine transactions, including preparing position papers, driving alignment, and ensuring consistent implementation with strong documentation and controls
- Drive purchase accounting and integration of acquisitions, including valuation alignment, opening balance sheet setup, and ongoing reporting consistency under U.S. GAAP and SOX frameworks
- Oversee preparation and review of quarterly U.S. GAAP and annual IFRS financial statements, ensuring high-quality disclosures and compliance with evolving standards
- Partner with external auditors to lead a timely and efficient audit process, including audit readiness, issue resolution, and delivery of supporting documentation
- Own and enhance SOX control frameworks, ensuring controls are designed, documented, and operating effectively across processes and systems
- Support IPO readiness and public company preparedness, including establishing scalable reporting processes, governance, and compliance structures
- Drive finance transformation initiatives, including process optimization, standardization, and data alignment across a complex multi-ERP environment
- Partner cross-functionally with FP&A, legal, tax, and business leaders to translate complex accounting outcomes into clear, decision-useful insights
- Lead adoption and implementation of new accounting standards, ensuring timely interpretation and execution across the organization
- Identify and resolve high-impact, ambiguous accounting and operational issues, bringing structure, clarity, and execution discipline
- Improve close and reporting timelines (record-to-report cycle) while maintaining strong governance, accuracy, and auditability
- All other duties as assigned
Who you are
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) – required
- Minimum 5+ years of Big 4 public accounting experience
- Strong expertise in U.S. GAAP; IFRS experience preferred
- Experience with complex accounting areas such as M&A, financial instruments, and stock-based compensation
- Proven ability in accounting research and application of technical guidance
- Hands-on experience with SOX controls and compliance environments
- Experience working in or supporting multi-entity / global organizations
- Strong communication skills with ability to explain technical concepts to non-finance stakeholders
- Demonstrated ability to operate in high-growth, fast-paced, and ambiguous environments
What's in it for you?
- Annual base salary range: $168,000 - $200,000
- Bonus target range: 35% - 45%
- Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability
- Opportunity to participate in the company's Bonus Swap program, including potential matching restricted stock units (RSUs)
- A company culture that prioritizes internal development and professional growth
- Time off with pay
- 401(k) plan with a degree of employer matching
- Paid parental leave
- Wellness programs and product discounts
Please note, all offers presented to candidates are carefully crafted to ensure market competitiveness, equity, and reflect the individual candidate's education, experience, skills and potential.
Hunter Douglas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.
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Where New York roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Corporate Accountant Job Market in New York
A snapshot from current New York openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Goldman Sachs32

- Citi22

- Morgan Stanley22

- Amazon16

- Houlihan Lokey14

Top Industries Hiring
- Investment & Asset Management163
- Banking & Financial Services65
- Technology & Software52
- Accounting & Auditing28
- Law & Legal Services24
What New York Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in corporate accountant jobs across New York.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance recognized by a regionally accredited institution
- CPA license issued or reciprocally recognized by the New York State Board of Public Accountancy
- Proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite
- Experience preparing general ledger entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close workpapers
- Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial statement preparation under ASC standards
- Strong Excel skills including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and financial modeling
Corporate Accountant Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a corporate accountant in New York?
Most corporate accountant roles in New York require a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance as the baseline entry point. A CPA license, issued through the New York State Board of Public Accountancy after passing the Uniform CPA Exam and meeting the state's education and experience requirements, significantly strengthens your candidacy. Many New York employers in financial services and public companies treat the CPA as a practical prerequisite for mid-level and senior roles.
How much do corporate accountants make in New York?
Corporate accountants in New York earn a median of about $102,640 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $63,700 for the lowest 10% to over $171,030 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire corporate accountants in New York?
Employers hiring corporate accountants in New York right now include Goldman Sachs, Citi, and Morgan Stanley, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. New York's concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters, major banks, and large real estate investment trusts means corporate accounting demand stays consistent across both boom and slower hiring periods.
Which New York cities have the most corporate accountant jobs?
New York, New York City, and New York have the most corporate accountant openings in New York. New York City dominates because of its density of bank headquarters, media companies, and asset managers, while White Plains draws accounting talent from suburban corporate campuses and Buffalo benefits from a growing back-office finance sector anchored by large regional employers and university medical centers.
Are there remote corporate accountant jobs in New York?
Yes, and more than most fields. Corporate accounting is largely desk-based and systems-driven, which makes it well suited to remote and hybrid arrangements. About 25% of corporate accountant openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting how broadly New York employers have adopted flexible work for finance roles. Financial reporting and intercompany accounting positions are the most commonly offered in fully remote formats.
How can I get hired as a corporate accountant in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a staff accountant or accounting associate role at a mid-size company or a New York-based regional firm, where junior candidates handle reconciliations and close support under supervision. Large New York employers like Deloitte, KPMG, and major hospital systems run new-graduate rotational programs that place candidates without prior corporate experience. Lateral moves from bookkeeping, accounts payable, or audit roles are common stepping stones, and sitting for the CPA exam while working gives candidates a measurable edge in a competitive market.
Where can I find and apply to corporate accountant jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to corporate accountant jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current New York openings updated regularly. Find roles that fit your experience and target industry, then apply directly to each employer through the listing.
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