Staff Accountant
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in White Plains, New York. In this Contract to permanent position, you will play a vital role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, supporting month-end and year-end processes, and maintaining the integrity of our accounting systems. This role offers an opportunity to work closely with cross-functional teams and contribute to the ongoing success of a growing organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and post journal entries with accuracy to support month-end and year-end closing processes.<br>• Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies to maintain financial accuracy.<br>• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports.<br>• Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.<br>• Manage fixed assets, including depreciation schedules and reconciliations.<br>• Collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate and consistent accounting treatment of business activities.<br>• Support external audits by providing organized documentation and responses to auditor inquiries.<br>• Stay up-to-date with evolving accounting standards and assess their implications on financial reporting.<br>• Perform bank reconciliations and ensure timely resolution of outstanding items.<br>• Contribute to the improvement and streamlining of accounting processes and systems.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field.<br>• CPA certification or eligibility is highly preferred.<br>• Minimum of 1 year of accounting experience, with public accounting experience as a plus.<br>• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced formulas and data manipulation.<br>• Familiarity with accounting software such as Sage Intacct is advantageous.<br>• Strong analytical skills and the ability to apply accounting principles effectively.<br>• Excellent communication skills, capable of explaining financial data clearly and concisely.<br>• Self-motivated and detail-oriented with a commitment to maintaining accuracy in financial records.
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- White Plains, NY
- onsite
- Contract / Temporary to Hire
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25.00 - 35.00 USD / Hourly
- We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in White Plains, New York. In this Contract to permanent position, you will play a vital role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, supporting month-end and year-end processes, and maintaining the integrity of our accounting systems. This role offers an opportunity to work closely with cross-functional teams and contribute to the ongoing success of a growing organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and post journal entries with accuracy to support month-end and year-end closing processes.<br>• Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies to maintain financial accuracy.<br>• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports.<br>• Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.<br>• Manage fixed assets, including depreciation schedules and reconciliations.<br>• Collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate and consistent accounting treatment of business activities.<br>• Support external audits by providing organized documentation and responses to auditor inquiries.<br>• Stay up-to-date with evolving accounting standards and assess their implications on financial reporting.<br>• Perform bank reconciliations and ensure timely resolution of outstanding items.<br>• Contribute to the improvement and streamlining of accounting processes and systems.
- 2025-12-22T22:04:28Z