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Robert Half
Sr. Accountant
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What they do
An Accountant organizes and maintains financial records and prepares financial statements for companies and organizations. Works as a public accountant (prepares financial documents where public disclosure is required by law, such as business balance sheets and tax returns), management accountant (prepares financial information for internal use by a company) or government accountant (maintains records for government agencies).
$79,643 / year median in New York
-18% projected decline
Job Description
Description We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a growing team in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This fully on-site role will support day-to-day accounting operations with a strong emphasis on billing accuracy, general ledger activity, and timely reconciliations. The position is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented accounting specialist who can contribute immediately while helping strengthen financial processes and support month-end and year-end reporting needs.
Responsibilities:
- Manage billing activities and ensure invoices are prepared accurately and processed on schedule.
- Maintain general ledger records by reviewing transactions, posting journal entries, and supporting the integrity of financial data.
- Complete account and bank reconciliations to identify discrepancies and resolve issues promptly.
- Assist with month-end close activities, including preparation of supporting schedules and review of key account balances.
- Document accounting workflows and help formalize procedures to improve consistency and control.
- Partner with the Controller on financial statement preparation and provide support for month-end and year-end reporting.
- Use QuickBooks and Excel to analyze accounting data, track activity, and produce reliable reports.
- Work closely with a small accounting team to address daily operational priorities and maintain smooth financial processes. Requirements
- At least 3 years of accounting experience in a role with responsibility for billing, general ledger activity, and reconciliations.
- Demonstrated ability to handle month-end close tasks, including journal entries and account analysis.
- Strong working knowledge of account reconciliations and bank reconciliations.
- Proficiency with QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel for accounting and reporting functions.
- Ability to step into an active accounting environment and contribute with minimal training.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills with a focus on accuracy and timeliness.
- Comfortable working fully on-site in Lockport, New York during standard business hours with some flexibility.