We are looking for a detail-oriented and analytical Staff Accountant to join our team in Rochester, New York. This is an exciting opportunity for professionals eager to contribute to critical accounting functions while advancing their careers. In this role, you will handle various financial responsibilities, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data and processes. Responsibilities: • Manage month-end close procedures, ensuring all financial data is accurate and finalized on time. • Prepare and maintain trial balances while ensuring the accuracy of all general ledger accounts. • Review and reconcile general ledger accounts, making necessary adjustments through journal entries. • Conduct account analysis and reconcile discrepancies in bank statements and intercompany accounts. • Post monthly, quarterly, and annual accruals to ensure accurate financial reporting. • Assist in preparing financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements. • Maintain fixed asset records, including depreciation schedules, and ensure proper accounting treatment. • Provide audit support by gathering and organizing required documentation and responding to auditor inquiries. • Perform variance analysis and generate ad-hoc reports to support management decision-making. • Contribute to budget preparation and conduct monthly budget variance analysis to track financial performance.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, or Finance. • Proficiency in at least one accounting or finance system such as NetSuite, Oracle, QuickBooks, or SAP. • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including proficiency in pivot tables and lookups; knowledge of macros and financial modeling is a plus. • Strong multitasking abilities and the capacity to thrive in a fast-paced environment. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members and stakeholders. • Solid understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliation processes. • Experience with general ledger management and journal entry preparation. • Familiarity with month-end close procedures and financial statement preparation.

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Rochester, NY
onsite
Contract / Temporary to Hire
28.50 - 33.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented and analytical Staff Accountant to join our team in Rochester, New York. This is an exciting opportunity for professionals eager to contribute to critical accounting functions while advancing their careers. In this role, you will handle various financial responsibilities, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data and processes. Responsibilities: • Manage month-end close procedures, ensuring all financial data is accurate and finalized on time. • Prepare and maintain trial balances while ensuring the accuracy of all general ledger accounts. • Review and reconcile general ledger accounts, making necessary adjustments through journal entries. • Conduct account analysis and reconcile discrepancies in bank statements and intercompany accounts. • Post monthly, quarterly, and annual accruals to ensure accurate financial reporting. • Assist in preparing financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements. • Maintain fixed asset records, including depreciation schedules, and ensure proper accounting treatment. • Provide audit support by gathering and organizing required documentation and responding to auditor inquiries. • Perform variance analysis and generate ad-hoc reports to support management decision-making. • Contribute to budget preparation and conduct monthly budget variance analysis to track financial performance.
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