Accounting Specialist

We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to join a non-profit organization in Syracuse, New York in a contract-to-permanent role. This position supports the financial well-being of individuals in agency programs by coordinating benefit-related financial administration, maintaining accurate records, and helping ensure continued access to essential resources. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting skills, sound judgment, and the ability to work closely with participants, families, banks, and government agencies in a service-focused environment.

Responsibilities:

Coordinate applications and supporting documentation to establish the agency as the authorized financial representative for eligible benefit recipients. Administer participant funds in accordance with program rules and applicable federal, state, and public assistance regulations. Prepare, review, and submit required benefit paperwork, including income updates, renewals, and other time-sensitive forms, with proper approvals. Track incoming participant mail and benefit notices, respond to correspondence, and organize appointments involving recipients and agency staff. Assist with annual eligibility reviews for individuals whose personal finances are managed through the organization. Investigate payment, coverage, or eligibility concerns and work with relevant parties to resolve issues before benefits are interrupted. Set up and maintain participant financial accounts, confirm income activity, and conduct periodic audits of personal funds under agency oversight. Manage financial onboarding for new residents and ensure timely closure or transfer of financial responsibilities when participants leave services. Perform monthly reconciliations for participant and agency accounts while monitoring balances for compliance with required limits. Act as a point of contact for benefit and financial matters with public agencies, banks, families, and participants, including occasional site visits for meetings and fund reviews. Experience supporting accounting operations such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and account reconciliation. Knowledge of financial recordkeeping practices and the ability to maintain accurate, organized documentation. Ability to manage multiple deadlines related to forms, reporting, account activity, and participant communications. Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to research and resolve discrepancies involving benefits, payments, or eligibility. Comfortable communicating with external agencies, financial institutions, participants, and family members in a detail-oriented manner. Proficiency with standard office and accounting systems used for tracking transactions and maintaining records. High attention to detail and discretion when handling confidential financial and personal information. 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 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 "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .