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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Overview

Open roles403+
Top employerGoldman Sachs
Top cityNew York, NY
Cities hiring19
Work type75% On-site
Top industryInvestment

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Hunter Douglas
Director - Corporate Accounting & Financial Reporting
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Director - Corporate Accounting & Financial Reporting
Hunter Douglas
New York, New York
Finance
Accounting
Compliance & Legal
Strategy & Corporate Development
Audit
Tax
Business Strategy
$168k - $200k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Pantheon Ventures
Corporate Accounting
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Corporate Accounting
Pantheon Ventures
New York, New York
Finance
Accounting
Compliance & Legal
Business Analysis
Audit
Tax
$135k - $150k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
201-500

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Rippling
Corporate Accounting Manager
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Corporate Accounting Manager
Rippling
New York, New York
Finance
Accounting
Compliance & Legal
Business Analysis
Audit
Tax
$108k - $189k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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MUFG
Head of Corporate Accounting
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MUFG
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Head of Corporate Accounting
MUFG
New York, New York
Finance
Accounting
Compliance & Legal
Audit
Tax
$175k - $225k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Guggenheim Securities
Corporate Accountant Analyst
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Guggenheim Securities
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Corporate Accountant Analyst
Guggenheim Securities
New York, New York
Finance
Accounting
Audit
Tax
On-Site
Associate's

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Corporate Accountant Jobs by City in New York

Where New York roles are concentrated, by current openings.

New York
358 jobs
New York City
7 jobs
Valhalla
5 jobs
Columbus
4 jobs
Bronx
3 jobs
Buffalo
3 jobs
Harrison
3 jobs
Albany
2 jobs
Cheektowaga
2 jobs

Corporate Accountant Job Market in New York

A snapshot from current New York openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Goldman Sachs
    Goldman Sachs32
  • Citi
    Citi22
  • Morgan Stanley
    Morgan Stanley22
  • Amazon
    Amazon16
  • Houlihan Lokey
    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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