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8 results for Cost Accountant in Albany, NY

Grant Accountant

Schenectady, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Grant Accountant to join our team in the Schenectady area. In this permanent, on-site role, you will manage the financial aspects of government and private grants, ensuring compliance with all regulations and funder requirements. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to the financial health of a mission-driven organization. Responsibilities:• Oversee the financial management of government and private grants, including accounting, tracking, and reporting.• Prepare detailed grant budgets, reimbursement requests, and financial reports in compliance with funding guidelines.• Monitor and analyze grant-related expenditures to ensure alignment with approved budgets.• Develop and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard grant funding and ensure compliance.• Support external and internal audits by providing accurate documentation and financial records.• Reconcile accounts related to grant funding and prepare journal entries as needed.• Conduct month-end close processes, including reviewing the general ledger for grant-related transactions.• Collaborate with program managers to ensure accurate financial reporting and budget management.• Stay updated on changes to grant compliance standards and implement necessary adjustments. Salary Range: $60,000 - $80,000 For more information or confidential consideration, please reach out to Hayden Bauer.
2026-06-29T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Clifton Park, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a stable and well-established organization in Clifton Park, New York. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with ownership and play a key part in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting reporting activities, and strengthening day-to-day accounting operations. The position is designed for someone who can contribute at a senior level today while building the knowledge needed to step into broader accounting leadership over time. For immediate consideration, please contact Carmen Warga in our Albany, NY office. Responsibilities:• Manage monthly closing activities, ensuring financial results are recorded accurately and delivered on schedule.• Prepare and post journal entries, maintain the general ledger, and verify the integrity of accounting data across reporting periods.• Perform detailed reconciliations for bank accounts and balance sheet accounts, researching and resolving discrepancies promptly.• Partner directly with company leadership on financial reporting, analysis, and other accounting matters that support business decisions.• Oversee core accounting processes in collaboration with accounts payable and accounts receivable staff to promote accuracy and efficiency.• Support annual accounting cycles and help maintain strong internal controls.• Assist with process improvements and transitions in accounting responsibilities.
2026-06-12T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Clifton Park, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is working with a company who is looking for a Senior Accountant to join the team. This role is ideal for a dedicated, detail-oriented individual eager to advance their career by taking on increased responsibilities and gaining exposure to diverse financial operations. The position is on-site and offers a supportive environment for long-term growth into leadership. Responsibilities:• Oversee critical aspects of the month-end and year-end closing processes to ensure accuracy and timeliness.• Prepare and review general ledger reconciliations, journal entries, and financial statements.• Collaborate with management to support financial reporting and provide detailed management analysis.• Assist in the coordination and execution of audits, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency within accounting operations.• Work closely with leadership on accounting initiatives and contribute to special projects.• Support bank and account reconciliations to maintain accurate financial records. Salary Range: $80,000 - $100,000
2026-07-08T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

New Lebanon, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support the financial operations of a growing organization in Stephentown, New York. This role plays an important part in maintaining reliable accounting records, strengthening financial accuracy, and assisting with reporting and compliance activities. Responsibilities:• Oversee the full fixed asset process, including recording additions, calculating depreciation, tracking disposals, and reconciling balances to the general ledger.• Complete regular bank reconciliations, research outstanding differences, and resolve discrepancies within established timelines.• Maintain general ledger accuracy by preparing and posting journal entries and reviewing account activity in QuickBooks.• Contribute to month-end and year-end close activities by organizing financial data and helping ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting practices.• Assist with budget monitoring and prepare internal financial reports that support leadership decision-making.• Compile audit schedules and supporting records, and provide timely responses to requests from external auditors.
2026-06-12T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Albany, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our clients team and help oversee essential financial activities with accuracy and consistency. This position plays a key role in maintaining reliable records, supporting reporting cycles, and contributing to the overall stability of daily accounting operations. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical judgment, a hands-on approach to core accounting tasks, and the ability to work effectively across departments in a fast-moving environment. Responsibilities:• Partner with finance leadership to help maintain sound accounting practices and support the organization’s overall financial position.• Contribute to monthly and annual close activities by preparing entries, reviewing balances, and helping ensure deadlines are met.• Manage general ledger activity and keep supporting documentation organized, complete, and audit-ready.• Prepare journal entries, reconcile accounts, and develop schedules that support accurate internal and external reporting.• Assist in producing financial statements and related reports by verifying data integrity and resolving discrepancies.• Process invoices and carry out accounts payable and accounts receivable tasks with a high level of accuracy and timeliness.• Reconcile daily credit card transactions and research any variances to maintain complete financial records.• Communicate with vendors regarding billing questions, payment status, and account issues while maintaining positive relationships.• Work closely with colleagues in multiple departments, provide coverage during busy periods, and support additional accounting initiatives as needed.S
2026-07-09T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper

Latham, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support day-to-day financial operations for a property management environment in Latham, New York. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate records, processing transactions, and keeping routine accounting activities on schedule throughout the month. The ideal candidate brings hands-on bookkeeping experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage payables, receipts, reconciliations, and reporting with consistency and accuracy. Responsibilities:• Prepare monthly reports, process recurring payables at the start of each month, and issue payments in a timely manner.• Record overhead and project-related invoices, review credit card and supplier charges, and allocate costs accurately for billing and tracking purposes.• Manage chargeback activity on a bi-weekly basis and ensure supporting documentation is complete and properly entered.• Handle cash receipt processing by making regular bank deposits, scanning checks into banking systems, and posting customer payments to accounting records.• Complete monthly bank reconciliations to verify balances and resolve discrepancies promptly.• Submit monthly sales tax filings accurately and within required deadlines.• Compile employee timesheet information and provide payroll hour summaries every two weeks.• Assist with quarterly financial statement reviews and support year-end reporting, including preparation for 1099 filing.• Maintain organized financial files and accounting documentation for ongoing reference and audit readiness.
2026-06-22T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper

Schenectady, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a skilled Bookkeeper to support accounts from our office in Schenectady, New York. This permanent position is ideal for someone who can manage day-to-day accounting work while also serving as a trusted point of contact for clients. The role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to turn financial information into practical guidance for business owners. Responsibilities:• Oversee bookkeeping activities for client accounts, ensuring records remain complete, current, and accurate• Maintain financial data within QuickBooks Online and verify that transactions are properly categorized and recorded• Perform bank and account reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and resolve issues that affect reporting accuracy• Review profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports to highlight trends, risks, and areas for improvement• Lead client discussions to explain financial results in a clear and thorough manner and answer questions with confidence• Coordinate with internal team members to keep deliverables on schedule and maintain a high standard of client service• Support accounts payable processes and help improve workflow efficiency where needed• Correct disorganized records, identify inconsistencies, and strengthen bookkeeping procedures for better long-term accuracy
2026-06-26T00:00:00Z

Tax & Accounting Manager - Public

Glens Falls, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Tax & Accounting Manager to join a small, local public accounting firm in the Glens Falls, NY area. This position offers the chance to take ownership of meaningful client relationships, contribute to the firm’s continued growth, and work closely with leadership in a collaborative environment. It is well suited for an experienced public accounting specialist seeking long-term career progression, a visible leadership role, and a future path toward partnership. Responsibilities:• Direct a range of tax engagements for individuals, business entities, and fiduciary clients, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with applicable regulations.• Prepare and review corporate, partnership, individual, and estate-related tax filings while maintaining high quality standards across all deliverables.• Supervise the completion of financial statement compilations and reviews, offering thoughtful guidance to support client accounting needs.• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients by addressing tax planning matters, operational questions, and broader financial concerns.• Build and strengthen long-term relationships with a primarily local client base through responsive service and consistent follow-through.• Assume increasing responsibility for an established portfolio of accounts, with the expectation of gradually transitioning into broader ownership of client engagements.• Support business advisory efforts that may include bookkeeping oversight, entity formation guidance, and recommendations tailored to client goals. Salary Range: $85,000 - $150,000 DOE
2026-06-16T00:00:00Z