12 Results for Cost Accounting Manager Jobs in Albany, NY

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Accounting Manager

Albany, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
Are you a hands-on accounting leader who enjoys owning the accounting function, improving processes, and supporting a mission-driven organization? Our client is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to lead day-to-day accounting operations, financial reporting, compliance, audit activities, and team development. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, month-end and year-end close, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.</li><li>Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for leadership and Board reporting.</li><li>Lead the annual audit process, coordinating with external auditors and managing all supporting schedules and documentation.</li><li>Oversee tax filings and regulatory reporting requirements.</li><li>Monitor and maintain strong internal controls, accounting policies, and GAAP compliance.</li><li>Manage cash flow, banking relationships, and treasury activities.</li><li>Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis efforts.</li><li>Track and report on grant funding, restricted contributions, and designated funds.</li><li>Partner with operational leaders to provide financial insights and reporting that support decision making.</li><li>Supervise and mentor accounting staff while fostering continuous process improvement.</li></ul>What Makes This Opportunity Unique?<ul><li>Visible leadership role with direct impact on organizational strategy and financial stewardship.</li><li>Opportunity to partner closely with senior leadership and the Board.</li><li>Mission-driven environment with a collaborative culture.</li><li>Ability to influence processes, controls, and operational improvements.</li></ul>Interested in learning more? Apply today or reach out to Carmen Warga in our Albany, NY office for a confidential conversation.
2026-10-03T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

Albany, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
95000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We're partnering with a respected and growing organization in the Albany area that is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead day-to-day accounting operations and help drive the next phase of growth. This role offers a blend of hands-on accounting, team leadership, and strategic involvement, making it ideal for someone who enjoys both managing the details and contributing to the bigger picture. This isn't a role where you'll simply review work and attend meetings. The Accounting Manager will be a key member of the finance team, partnering with leadership to improve processes, strengthen reporting, and ensure the organization has the financial information needed to make informed decisions. What You'll Do:<ul><li>Lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes</li><li>Manage the general ledger, account reconciliations, and financial reporting activities</li><li>Supervise and mentor accounting staff, providing guidance and professional development</li><li>Review journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting documentation</li><li>Assist with the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and cash flow reporting</li><li>Partner with department leaders to provide financial analysis and operational support</li><li>Coordinate external audits and work closely with auditors, tax advisors, and other external partners</li><li>Evaluate and improve accounting processes, controls, and reporting efficiencies</li><li>Ensure compliance with accounting policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements</li><li>Support special projects, system implementations, and organizational initiatives as needed</li></ul> Salary Range: $95,000 - $120,000
2026-10-13T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager - Public

Albany, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering with a respected full‑service public accounting firm to identify a skilled Accounting Manager with strong experience in taxation, audits, and financial statement review. This opportunity is ideal for a CPA‑credentialed professional looking to join a firm that values collaboration, invests in its people, and offers a long‑term partnership track for high performers. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Oversee multiple tax, audit, and review engagements, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery</li><li>Review complex tax returns, financial statements, and supporting documentation</li><li>Lead, mentor, and develop staff and senior accountants</li><li>Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, providing guidance and resolving issues</li><li>Manage engagement budgets, timelines, and workflow</li><li>Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of GAAP, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices</li><li>Identify opportunities to enhance processes and strengthen client service</li></ul>Salary and Benefits: Base salary ranges from $100,000-$150,000 DOE, with additional bonus opportunities for productivity and new clients. Benefits offered include a 401k w/ 3% match, M/D/V insurance, negotiable PTO, paid holidays, and a flexible hybrid schedule.
2026-09-21T00:00:00Z

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
2026-10-05T00:00:00Z

Payroll Accountant

Latham, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
58000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
A growing and highly successful organization is partnering with us to identify a Senior Staff Accountant with strong payroll accounting experience. This position is ideal for an accounting professional who enjoys owning payroll-related accounting processes while working closely with finance, HR, benefits, and payroll teams. Rather than a traditional payroll processing role, this opportunity is focused on the accounting, reporting, reconciliations, analysis, and compliance aspects of payroll and employee compensation programs. The organization offers a collaborative environment, exposure to process improvement initiatives, and opportunities to support system implementations and business growth initiatives. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare payroll-related journal entries, accruals, forecasts, and account reconciliations.</li><li>Analyze payroll, tax, and compensation-related transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance.</li><li>Reconcile payroll-related bank activity and support month-end and year-end close processes.</li><li>Assist with budgeting, forecasting, external audits, and internal reporting.</li><li>Partner with payroll providers and internal stakeholders to support payroll tax compliance and reporting.</li><li>Support travel and expense accounting, including monthly accruals, reimbursements, and audit reviews.</li><li>Generate payroll and workforce-related financial reports and analyses for management.</li><li>Participate in system implementations, process enhancements, and business integration projects.</li><li>Collaborate with accounting, finance, HR, and payroll teams to improve workflows and controls.</li><li>Provide backup support for payroll administration functions as needed.</li></ul>
2026-09-21T00:00:00Z

Senior Manager - Public Accounting

Gloversville, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
140000 - 180000 USD / Yearly
Our client, a boutique CPA firm offering tax, audit, and full‑scope bookkeeping services, is seeking an accomplished Senior Manager to join their growing practice. This direct‑hire role is ideal for an accounting leader who enjoys a blend of technical work, client interaction, and team development. Candidates would need to be able to commute to Gloversville, NY on a flexible hybrid schedule. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Oversee daily accounting operations, including general ledger oversight, financial reporting, and month‑end close</li><li>Lead, coach, and review the work of staff accountants and bookkeepers</li><li>Review complex individual, corporate, and partnership tax returns and support tax planning strategies</li><li>Manage audit engagements from planning through fieldwork and final reporting</li><li>Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, offering guidance on financial performance and internal controls</li><li>Collaborate with firm leadership on workflow improvements, quality standards, and long‑term growth initiatives</li></ul> Salary Range: $140,000 - $180,000 with additional bonus potential. Includes full suite of benefits and a flexible hybrid schedule.
2026-09-21T00:00:00Z

Accounting Staff

Schenectady, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
50000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
A well-established organization is seeking an Accounting Associate to support daily financial operations and help maintain the accuracy and integrity of accounting records. This role offers exposure to a variety of accounting functions, including transaction processing, reconciliations, vendor management, and month-end support.The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities while ensuring a high level of accuracy.Responsibilities<ul><li>Perform routine account reconciliations to ensure financial records are complete and accurate.</li><li>Process invoices and financial transactions while maintaining appropriate supporting documentation.</li><li>Assist with vendor payment activities and monitor outstanding obligations.</li><li>Investigate accounting discrepancies and partner with internal teams to resolve issues in a timely manner.</li><li>Maintain organized financial records and documentation to support reporting and compliance requirements.</li><li>Support month-end close procedures, including preparing schedules and updating account activity.</li><li>Monitor open transactions and follow up on unresolved items as needed.</li><li>Provide accounting documentation and support during audits and financial reviews.</li><li>Utilize accounting and business software to record, track, and reconcile financial activity.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and internal accounting processes.</li></ul>
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Senior Staff Accountant

Clifton Park, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
We're seeking a Senior Staff Accountant who enjoys digging into the details, solving problems, and helping keep the financial side of the business running smoothly. This position offers a mix of core accounting responsibilities, financial analysis, and project work, providing exposure well beyond traditional debits and credits. The right candidate is someone who takes ownership of their work, enjoys working independently, and isn't afraid to ask questions or suggest a better way of doing things. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare and post journal entries and maintain supporting documentation</li><li>Reconcile bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and key general ledger accounts</li><li>Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes</li><li>Analyze financial activity and investigate discrepancies or unusual trends</li><li>Prepare internal reports and support management with financial data requests</li><li>Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow tracking</li><li>Support audit preparation and work directly with external auditors as needed</li><li>Help strengthen accounting procedures and identify opportunities for process improvements</li><li>Participate in special projects, system enhancements, and cross-functional initiatives</li></ul> Salary Range: $75,000 - $90,000
2026-10-13T00:00:00Z

Accounting Specialist

Albany, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
50000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to join a Non Profit Educational organization in Albany, New York and contribute to day-to-day financial operations across a multi-site environment. This position offers broad exposure to core accounting functions, including payables, receivables, reconciliations, and reporting, while working closely with accounting leadership. It is well suited for someone who wants to strengthen their technical accounting skills in a collaborative setting and grow into increased responsibility over time. Responsibilities:• Prepare journal entries, reconcile balance sheet accounts, and assist with monthly close activities to support accurate financial reporting.• Review transactions for accuracy, research irregularities, and explain notable fluctuations in financial results.• Manage accounts payable tasks by coding invoices, coordinating vendor payments, and maintaining organized payment records.• Record incoming payments, update accounts receivable activity, and reconcile customer or student account balances.• Generate purchase orders and maintain supporting purchasing documentation in line with internal controls.• Contribute to audit preparation, assist with tax-related documentation, and support recurring financial reporting needs.• Participate in accounting improvement efforts and provide support on special projects as business needs evolve.
2026-10-09T00:00:00Z

Accounting Specialist

Queensbury, NY
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Temporary to Hire
23 - 27 USD / Hourly
A growing construction-related organization located in Queensbury, NY is seeking an (fully onsite) Accounts Receivable & Payroll Coordinator to support its accounting team. This role will focus primarily on accounts receivable, billing, and payroll support, while assisting with project-related documentation and compliance requirements. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys a variety of responsibilities, values teamwork, and is looking to grow within a stable and well-established organization. Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage accounts receivable processes, including invoicing, payment tracking, collections, and reconciliations</li><li>Assist with payroll processing and related administrative tasks</li><li>Support AIA billing and project invoicing activities</li><li>Maintain contract documentation and project records</li><li>Assist with certified payroll reporting and compliance requirements</li><li>Track and manage PRC numbers and related project information as needed</li><li>Communicate with internal teams, vendors, clients, and project managers regarding billing and payment matters</li><li>Provide general accounting and administrative support to the finance team</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>2+ years of AR, billing, payroll, or accounting experience</li><li>Payroll experience preferred</li><li>Knowledge of AIA billing preferred</li><li>Certified payroll and PRC experience a plus</li><li>Construction industry experience strongly preferred</li><li>Experience with construction accounting software preferred</li><li>Experience with Sage Intacct is a plus</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Excel</li><li>Strong attention to detail and organizational skills</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment</li></ul>Schedule<ul><li>Typical hours are 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM or 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM</li><li>Some flexibility is available, so please don't let the hours deter you if you're otherwise a great fit</li></ul>Why Apply?<ul><li>Join a collaborative and supportive team environment</li><li>Opportunity to learn specialized areas such as certified payroll and construction accounting</li><li>Variety of responsibilities across AR, billing, payroll, and project support</li><li>Long-term growth potential with a stable organization</li></ul>Interested in learning more?We'd love to hear from you! Please contact Mary Christman or Kara Lyon at 518-462-1430. We look forward to connecting with accounting professionals who are eager to contribute and grow with a reputable, growing organization that values its employees. With a supportive culture and a willingness to train, this is an excellent opportunity to build your experience in AIA billing, certified payroll, and construction accounting!
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Clifton Park, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join a growing organization in Clifton Park, New York. This on-site permanent opportunity is well suited for an accounting specialist who wants to expand their scope, contribute to core financial operations, and build a long-term career. The role offers meaningful exposure to reporting, close activities, compliance support, and cross-functional finance initiatives within a collaborative environment. Responsibilities:• Drive monthly and annual closing activities to help ensure accurate and timely financial results.• Prepare, post, and review journal entries while maintaining the integrity of the general ledger.• Perform account, balance sheet, and bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies promptly.• Contribute to internal and external financial reporting by compiling data and supporting management analysis.• Assist with audit preparation, documentation requests, and compliance-related accounting tasks.• Identify opportunities to strengthen accounting workflows and support ongoing process improvements.• Collaborate with leadership and business partners on special projects and broader accounting initiatives. Salary Range: $85,000 - $110,000
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable Specialist

Albany, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
58000 - 62000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable Specialist to support day-to-day financial operations in Albany, New York. This position is responsible for managing supplier payments, customer invoicing, account reconciliation, and collection activity with a high level of accuracy and follow-through. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, clear communication, and the ability to work closely with internal teams as well as external business partners. Responsibilities: • Manage the end-to-end accounts payable cycle by reviewing vendor invoices, entering data into the accounting system, coordinating approvals, and preparing payments for timely distribution. • Oversee accounts receivable activities by creating and issuing customer invoices, verifying billing details, and ensuring accurate monthly client billing. • Reconcile payable and receivable accounts on a regular basis, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding balances efficiently. • Maintain financial records, including ledgers, journals, and account registers, to support accurate reporting and consistent transaction tracking. • Monitor past-due accounts, distribute account statements, and follow up with customers to support collection efforts and improve cash flow. • Respond promptly to billing and payment questions from vendors and customers while building positive working relationships with both groups. • Establish new vendor and customer profiles in internal systems and confirm that required documentation is complete and accurate. • Prepare financial reports and collaborate with accounting leadership to support analysis, issue resolution, and continuous process improvement.
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

12 results for Cost Accounting Manager in Albany, NY