Senior Staff Accountant, Accounting

Senior Staff Accountant, Accounting (2026-59)

SUMMARY

Ensures the integrity of AAA's accounting information by recording, verifying, and approving transactions. Manages monthly expenses and accruals, fixed assets, and prepaid expenses. Assists with monthly financial closing, variance analysis, annual budget process, and preparation of required federal and state tax returns. Provides financial analysis support for the annual audit. Interacts with regional, divisional, and senior management regarding accounting issues.

This is a mostly remote position and the successful candidate will reside within a 125 mile radius of their assigned location. The salary range for this position is location based with quarterly incentive opportunities:

Buffalo, NY | Atlanta, GA - $84,500 - $89,000

Johnston, RI - $85,500 - $90,500

Philadelphia, PA | Voorhees, NJ - $89,500 - $95,000

Boston, MA - | Washington D.C. - $93,500 - $98,500

New York, NY - $99,500 - $105,500

The American Arbitration Association (AAA) is the leading provider of arbitration and mediation dispute resolution services, and has consistently been named one of the 50 best non-profits to work for by the Non-Profit Times, our employees enjoy rewarding careers in a fast-paced, results-driven environment. We offer a competitive compensation package, including incentives. Eligible employees also participate in a comprehensive benefits program that includes medical, dental, orthodontia, vision coverage, student loan repayment, 403(b) retirement plan with substantial company match, discounted pet insurance, and generous paid-time-off benefits.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Maintains General Ledger, including preparation and review of journal entries to ensure accuracy and adequate support

Ensures the accuracy and adherence to internal controls and accounting policies

Prepares monthly, quarterly, and year-end reports, journals, and account reconciliations

Assists with monthly and year-end financial closing, and prepares internal and external reporting

Manages production of balance sheet and income statement account analysis and subsidiary ledger reconciliations to the general ledger

Assists with audits by interacting with internal and external auditors and producing/retrieving supporting documentation

Creates and improves accounting processes; works with staff to promote and provide top-quality standards and practices

Supervises and reviews the work of a staff accountant to ensure accuracy and provide coaching and guidance to streamline processes

Maintains various functions of the budget process and cost allocation schedules

Ensures confidentiality of case information and case records; adheres to AAA's information security and data privacy policies, procedures, and practices

Demonstrates consistent reliability, professional integrity, and accountability

Attends on-site and in-person meetings and training sessions

Demonstrates regular, reliable, and predictable attendance

Perform other duties as assigned

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related discipline; or equivalent experience

4-6 years of progressive accounting experience

Knowledge of current FASB Accounting Standards Codification, specifically, ASC 350/360 and ASC 842 preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

Strong communication and analytical skills

Thrives in a fast paced, constantly evolving environment and easily adopts new technologies

Thinks critically and identifies and implements process improvements

Advanced Excel proficiency; Oracle/NetSuite preferred

Knowledge of GAAP accounting

The American Arbitration Association is an equal opportunity employer (EEO) and considers all employees and applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.