Ascendo Resources is working with a well-capitalized, growing wholesale distribution company to hire a Senior Bookkeeper to oversee day-to-day accounting operations.

While the company is in a growth phase, ownership brings 15+ years of industry experience and maintains long-standing relationships across the U.S. market.

This role is ideal for a seasoned bookkeeping professional who has supported $50M+ revenue businesses, is comfortable owning the accounting function day-to-day, and enjoys mentoring junior staff while partnering closely with senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee full-charge bookkeeping for a wholesale distribution business generating $50M+ in annual revenue
• Handle and review Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, including high-volume invoicing, collections, and vendor payments
• Record, review, and approve daily financial transactions and general ledger activity
• Oversee and process payroll for approximately 10 employees using ADP
• Perform and review bank, credit card, and balance sheet reconciliations
• Support month-end close, financial reporting, and variance analysis
• Maintain strong internal controls and ensure accurate, timely financial data
• Partner directly with the CFO, serving as the primary point of contact for day-to-day accounting matters
• Act as a liaison with external accountants and tax advisors
• Assist with process improvements as transaction volume and complexity increase

Required Qualifications

• Extensive experience using QuickBooks
• Full-charge bookkeeping experience supporting wholesale businesses
• Strong knowledge of AP, AR, payroll, and general ledger accounting
• Hands-on experience with ADP payroll
• Experience managing high transaction volumes and supervising junior staff
• Ability to work independently with minimal oversight
• Comfortable working 100% on-site in Midtown Manhattan

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in wholesale distribution, consumer products, or other product-driven businesses
• Experience supporting founder-led or closely held organizations
• Exposure to scaling environments with evolving systems and processes

Compensation & Benefits

• $90,000 – $105,000+ base salary, based on experience
• Health insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• 2 weeks of PTO
• 3 additional personal days
• Observance of all major holidays, including Jewish holidays
• Discretionary year-end bonus

Work Environment

• On-site role in Midtown NYC
• Direct reporting line to the CFO
• Leadership responsibility with one direct report
• High-visibility role with meaningful impact on a growing organization

Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity. Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Contact information

Mark Tumada