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Staff Accountant

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Robert Half

Rochester, NY (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 1 day ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/24/2026

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Job Description

Description We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations and help ensure accurate financial reporting. This role is responsible for preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, assisting with month-end close, maintaining general ledger accuracy, and supporting audits and reporting activities.
Requirements Key Responsibilities:
+ Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and other general ledger transactions. + Reconcile bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and other financial records. + Assist with month-end and year-end close processes. + Maintain and analyze general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness. + Support financial reporting, account analysis, and variance review. + Research and resolve accounting discrepancies and transaction issues. + Assist with audit preparation and provide supporting documentation as needed. + Collaborate with accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and other departments to support overall accounting operations.
Qualifications:
2+ years of accounting or related finance experience preferred. Knowledge of general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, and month-end close processes. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting or ERP systems. Strong attention to detail, analytical ability, and organizational skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage deadlines and multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field preferred. Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .