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Robert Half
Yonkers, NY (In Person)
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Description We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations and reporting activities for a long-term contractn and or contract to hire opportunity in New York. This role will contribute to financial accuracy by handling reconciliations, journal activity, invoice workflows, and payroll-related reporting while partnering with internal teams and external vendors. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger knowledge, sound analytical ability, and a proactive approach to resolving discrepancies and supporting audit readiness.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and support periodic financial reports, including quarterly reporting packages and related account analysis.
- Perform general accounting reviews and develop quarterly project-based financial projections to help monitor performance.
- Complete bank reconciliations and examine variances across cash activity, journal entries, and supporting accounting records.
- Record financial transactions accurately by posting entries to journals, ledgers, and other core accounting systems.
- Review incoming invoices against purchase orders, requisitions, and receiving documents to confirm proper matching and approval.
- Coordinate invoice processing and payment scheduling while verifying billing accuracy and maintaining organized documentation.
- Research and resolve payment or billing discrepancies with vendors and subcontractors in a timely and thorough manner.
- Assist with payroll reporting, month-end close tasks, and audit preparation by gathering records and supporting documentation. Requirements
- Experience in staff accounting, general ledger maintenance, and journal entry preparation.
- Working knowledge of bank reconciliations, month-end close activities, and financial statement support.
- Background in invoice processing, purchase order matching, and vendor account coordination.
- Familiarity with payroll reporting and the ability to maintain accuracy across multiple accounting functions.
- Understanding of audit support activities, including preparing schedules and responding to documentation requests.
- Exposure to corporate tax, sales tax, or corporate tax return processes is strongly preferred.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify discrepancies and follow issues through resolution.