Senior Accountant (CPA)

ABOUT US |   HR&A Advisors, Inc. (HR&A) is an employee-owned company advising public, private, non-profit, and philanthropic clients on how to increase opportunity and advance quality of life in cities. 

We believe in creating vital places, building equitable and resilient communities, and improving people’s lives. 

From Brooklyn to London, Medellin to Hong Kong, we have guided hundreds of clients in transforming real estate and economic development concepts, and public infrastructure, first into actionable plans and then into job-producing, community-strengthening assets. 

Our clients include real estate owners and investors, hospitals and universities, cultural institutions and philanthropies, community development organizations, and governments. 

HR&A has offices in Atlanta, Dallas, Los Angeles, New York, Raleigh, Washington D.C. and the Bay Area. We come from diverse backgrounds, have a breadth of lived experience, and share a passion for cities. We are former city officials, executive directors, planners, lawyers, architects, and economists. 

Hear more about the HR&A experience from our staff. 

Learn more about careers at HR&A on our website here. 

THE ROLE | HR&A Advisors is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant with an active CPA license to support the firm’s financial operations based in our New York City office. This role will be responsible for managing core accounting functions, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and supporting financial reporting and analysis. The Senior Accountant will work closely with finance leadership and operations teams to maintain accurate financial records, improve financial processes, and support the firm’s continued growth.  

The ideal candidate has strong technical accounting expertise, experience in professional services environments, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic consulting firm. 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES | 

Financial Reporting & Accounting 

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial statements in accordance with GAAP. 

• Manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes. 

• Perform account reconciliations and ensure accuracy of general ledger activity. 

• Support preparation of internal financial reports for leadership and partners. 

Project Accounting & Revenue Management 

• Track project-based revenue, billing, and expenses across consulting engagements. 

• Monitor project budgets and assist with revenue recognition in accordance with firm policies. 

• Partner with operations and project managers to ensure accurate project financial reporting. 

Compliance & Audit 

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local financial regulations. 

• Support annual financial audits and coordinate with external auditors. 

• Assist with tax filings and regulatory reporting requirements. 

Process Improvement 

• Identify opportunities to improve accounting systems, controls, and workflows. 

• Support implementation of financial management tools and reporting systems. 

• Maintain documentation for accounting policies and procedures. 

Collaboration & Support 

• Work closely with the finance and operations teams to support firm-wide financial planning and reporting. 

• Provide guidance to junior accounting staff and support training where needed. 

• Assist leadership with financial analysis and special projects as the firm grows. 

QUALIFICATIONS | 

• Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license required. 

• 5–8+ years of accounting experience, preferably within a consulting, professional services, or real estate environment. 

• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and general ledger management. 

• Strong knowledge of Federal Contracting accounting and controls a plus 

• Experience managing monthly close and financial reporting processes. 

• Proficiency with accounting systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills. 

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities. 

• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams. 

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE |  

• Experience with project-based accounting or consulting firm financial operations. 

• Familiarity with revenue recognition for professional services organizations. 

• Experience working with financial management or ERP systems. 

WHY JOIN HR&A ADVISORS? |

• Contribute to a firm that shapes the future of cities and communities. 

• Work in a collaborative and mission-driven environment. 

• Opportunity to support financial operations for a nationally recognized advisory firm. 

• Competitive compensation, benefits, and a supportive hybrid work environment. 

HYBRID WORK POLICY | HR&A fosters a collaborative and flexible work environment through our hybrid work policy. Employees work from the office at least three days a week, which allows individuals the freedom to balance their professional and personal lives while maintaining a strong connection to their teams. 

COMPENSATION | The salary range for this position is $125,000 – $140,000 per year, plus the opportunity for a discretionary year-end bonus. Where an offer falls inside this pay range is dependent on experience.  We offer competitive compensation packages, based on qualifications and experience. We are an employee-owned company, meaning you will have the opportunity to benefit from the firm’s growth over time through participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan. Each year, the firm will contribute funds to this long-term wealth-building account and may make contributions to other retirement accounts. We also provide a comprehensive benefits package that goes well beyond coverage of 90-95% of healthcare premiums, including dental and vision coverage. 

HOW TO APPLY | HR&A is committed to attracting and retaining a talented, diverse, competitive team of professionals dedicated to solving the challenges of urban life and advancing equity in all our work. Women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. 

Please submit a cover letter and resume on HR&A’s website here. Applications without a cover letter will not be reviewed. 

We ask that you submit a version of your resume that has your school information removed. There is no need to reformat your resume, and you should leave your degree (e.g., “B.A. Economics” or “B.A. Public Policy”). But please remove all undergraduate and graduate school name references. This request is part of our ongoing work to build a hiring system that is free from bias and based on candidate merit and performance in the hiring process. 

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, veteran status, or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. 

For more information, please contact us at [email protected].