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Accountant - Entry Level
We are looking for an Entry-Level Accountant to join our team in New York, NY. This is a Contract-to-permanent position, offering an excellent opportunity to grow your career in a dynamic environment. You will play a key role in supporting our accounting operations and ensuring financial accuracy in collaboration with a small but busy accounting department.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage accounts payable (AP) processes, including reviewing and processing invoices for approval.<br>• Perform account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies.<br>• Handle accounts receivable (AR) tasks, including tracking payments and preparing reports.<br>• Enter and maintain accurate accounting records and entries in the system.<br>• Conduct bank reconciliations to verify financial transactions and balances.<br>• Collaborate with team members to support payroll and purchasing workflows.<br>• Utilize Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting purposes.<br>• Assist with administrative accounting tasks to support the department's daily functions.<br>• Ensure compliance with accounting laws and regulations while maintaining precise records.<br>• Contribute to the overall efficiency of the accounting team by managing high volumes of work effectively.
• Basic accounting experience, with a solid foundation in accounting principles.<br>• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data management and reporting.<br>• Familiarity with accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) processes.<br>• Ability to perform account and bank reconciliations accurately.<br>• Strong organizational skills to handle high-volume tasks efficiently.<br>• Experience with accounting entries and maintaining financial records.<br>• QuickBooks knowledge is a plus but not required.<br>• Demonstrated ability to work consistently and effectively in past roles.
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  • New York, NY
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 20.00 - 23.00 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Entry-Level Accountant to join our team in New York, NY. This is a Contract-to-permanent position, offering an excellent opportunity to grow your career in a dynamic environment. You will play a key role in supporting our accounting operations and ensuring financial accuracy in collaboration with a small but busy accounting department.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage accounts payable (AP) processes, including reviewing and processing invoices for approval.<br>• Perform account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies.<br>• Handle accounts receivable (AR) tasks, including tracking payments and preparing reports.<br>• Enter and maintain accurate accounting records and entries in the system.<br>• Conduct bank reconciliations to verify financial transactions and balances.<br>• Collaborate with team members to support payroll and purchasing workflows.<br>• Utilize Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting purposes.<br>• Assist with administrative accounting tasks to support the department's daily functions.<br>• Ensure compliance with accounting laws and regulations while maintaining precise records.<br>• Contribute to the overall efficiency of the accounting team by managing high volumes of work effectively.
  • 2025-10-08T20:28:56Z

Accountant - Entry Level Job in New York | Robert Half