<p>Are you looking for an opportunity to grow your accounting career while working alongside an experienced and supportive leadership team? Our client, a well-established multi-location educational organization in Albany, is seeking a detail-oriented <strong>Bookkeeper / Accounting Specialist</strong> to support day-to-day accounting operations and contribute to the overall success of the finance department.</p><p>This position offers hands-on exposure to a variety of accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, purchasing, financial reporting support, and month-end processes. You'll work closely with accounting leadership and gain experience across the full accounting cycle, making this an excellent opportunity for someone looking to expand their accounting knowledge and take the next step in their career.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You'll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Process accounts payable, including invoice review, coding, and vendor payment support</li><li>Record and reconcile student and customer payments while maintaining accurate accounts receivable records</li><li>Prepare journal entries and assist with month-end close activities</li><li>Perform bank reconciliations and balance sheet account reconciliations</li><li>Investigate discrepancies, analyze account activity, and help resolve variances</li><li>Create and maintain purchase orders and purchasing documentation</li><li>Assist with financial reporting, audit preparation, and tax-related support</li><li>Support process improvements and special projects as needed</li><li>Maintain accurate financial records while ensuring a high level of attention to detail</li></ul><p><strong>Don't Let the Wish List Intimidate You!</strong></p><p>We know this position touches many areas of accounting, but don't let the full list of responsibilities discourage you from applying. If you have a strong accounting foundation and experience with the essentials, including AP, AR, purchasing, reconciliations, journal entries, and Excel, we'd love to talk with you.</p><p>We're open to considering strong Accounting Specialists, Accounting Assistants, Bookkeepers, and junior Staff Accountants who bring the right foundation, attention to detail, and willingness to learn. The ideal candidate doesn't need to have done everything listed above. If you can step in and successfully support the core accounting functions while continuing to learn and grow, we want to hear from you!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Why You'll Love This Opportunity</strong></p><ul><li>Work directly with experienced accounting leadership</li><li>Gain exposure to the full accounting cycle</li><li>Opportunity to build your accounting skills and take on additional responsibilities over time</li><li>Stable and collaborative work environment</li><li>Diverse responsibilities across AP, AR, purchasing, reconciliations, and financial reporting</li><li>Opportunity to grow into a higher-level accounting role</li><li>Long-term contract-to-hire potential with excellent benefits upon hire</li></ul><p>If you're looking for an opportunity where you can make an immediate impact, learn from experienced accounting professionals, and continue building your career, we'd love to hear from you!</p><p><br></p><p><em>Please contact Mary Christman at 518-462-1430. I look forward to speaking with you!</em></p>
<p>Looking for an accounting role where your work truly makes a difference? We are partnering with a respected non-profit organization in the Capital Region to identify a <strong>Bookkeeper</strong> to join their Finance team. <strong>This position will start as a contract assignment, with potential for longer-term opportunities based on business needs and overall fit.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a blend of accounts payable, bookkeeping, reconciliations, banking support, and financial recordkeeping. You'll work closely with the Controller and Finance Manager while supporting a collaborative, mission-driven organization.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You'll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Manage the accounts payable process from invoice receipt through entry and approval</li><li>Track incoming invoices and route them to the appropriate departments for authorization</li><li>Enter and maintain vendor invoices within Sage Intacct</li><li>Reconcile and track approximately 40 company credit cards, ensuring receipts and documentation are collected and recorded accurately</li><li>Review credit card statements and enter transactions into the accounting system</li><li>Support banking activities and account tracking</li><li>Monitor and track reimbursements for individuals whose finances are managed by the organization</li><li>Maintain accurate records related to purchases, reimbursements, and transfers between operating and personal accounts</li><li>Scan, file, and organize financial records to support audits and compliance requirements</li><li>Assist with mileage reimbursements, allowances, and other bookkeeping-related duties</li><li>Collaborate with finance leadership on special projects and day-to-day accounting support</li></ul><p><strong>Don't Let the Wish List Intimidate You!</strong></p><p>Not every candidate will meet every qualification listed. If you have a strong accounting foundation, solid Excel skills, and experience with accounts payable or financial recordkeeping, we'd love to hear from you.</p><p><br></p><p>Success in this role comes from being organized, detail-oriented, comfortable asking questions, and able to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Why You'll Love This Opportunity</strong></p><ul><li>Meaningful work supporting a mission-driven organization</li><li>Hands-on exposure to accounts payable, bookkeeping, banking, and reconciliations</li><li>Work directly with an experienced Controller and Finance Manager</li><li>Collaborative and supportive team environment</li><li>Excellent training and professional development opportunities</li><li>Strong benefits package available upon permanent hire</li><li>Opportunity to build valuable accounting and finance experience</li><li>Potential to join permanently (with hybrid work schedule after 6-months!)</li></ul><p><br></p><p>If you're looking for a role where your accounting skills can support a larger mission while providing stability, growth, and a collaborative team culture, we'd love to hear from you!</p><p><br></p><p><em>Please apply to the role today and call Mary Christman and team at 518-462-1430. We look forward to speaking with you!</em></p>
<p>Robert Half is partnering with an established healthcare organization in <strong>Schenectady, NY</strong> seeking a <strong>Financial Planning, Budgeting & Cost Specialist</strong> to support budgeting, financial planning, cost management, and operational decision-making.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a highly collaborative, business-facing finance role that works closely with leaders across the organization to monitor financial performance, analyze spending trends, identify cost drivers, and support informed business decisions. The ideal candidate will bring a combination of strong financial acumen, analytical skills, and the ability to effectively communicate financial information to operational leaders across multiple departments.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a direct-hire, on-site job that offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Apply today!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities Include</strong></p><ul><li>Analyze budget-to-actual results and explain key variances</li><li>Monitor spending, expenses, and cost trends across departments</li><li>Partner with department leaders to review financial performance and improve budget accountability</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities</li><li>Perform cost analysis, cost allocations, and expense reporting</li><li>Develop financial reports, dashboards, and management reporting packages</li><li>Analyze financial and operational data to support decision-making</li><li>Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements</li><li>Present financial findings and recommendations to leadership</li><li>Support budgeting and financial planning systems and tools</li></ul><p><strong>Salary Range: </strong>$75,000 - $100,000</p>
<p>We are looking for an Accounts Receivable/ Service Administrator to join a growing team. This position is well suited for an accounting specialist who enjoys managing billing activity, maintaining accurate records, and supporting timely cash flow. The role offers the chance to build on existing responsibilities and expand within the department as the organization continues to grow.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process customer invoices, apply incoming payments, and maintain accurate accounts receivable records.</p><p>• Review outstanding balances, follow up on past-due accounts, and help resolve payment discrepancies in a timely manner.</p><p>• Reconcile account activity by comparing internal records with customer payment information and supporting documentation.</p><p>• Work closely with internal teams and leadership to address billing questions and ensure smooth day-to-day receivables operations.</p><p>• Prepare routine reports related to aging, collections, and account status to support financial visibility.</p><p>• Assist with improving receivables workflows and take on additional accounting-related duties as the team continues to expand.</p>
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a team in Latham, New York on a Long-term Contract basis. This position is ideal for someone who is highly organized, detail-focused, and comfortable managing a steady flow of financial transactions while communicating effectively with vendors and internal stakeholders. The role supports day-to-day accounting operations and requires strong follow-through, accuracy, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage day-to-day accounts payable activities by reviewing, coding, and entering vendor invoices with a high level of accuracy.<br>• Record financial transactions and maintain organized documentation to support routine accounting operations.<br>• Prepare and process payment batches, including check runs and ACH transactions, in accordance with established timelines.<br>• Post daily cash receipts and reconcile banking activity to help ensure complete and accurate financial records.<br>• Communicate with customers and vendors to address payment questions, resolve discrepancies, and provide timely updates.<br>• Support inventory-related recordkeeping and assist with audits or reviews to verify accuracy of reported information.<br>• Perform general accounting support tasks as needed to maintain efficient workflow across finance operations.<br>• Assist in handling high-volume invoicing while meeting deadlines and maintaining careful attention to detail.
<p>We’re seeking an <strong>Accounts Payable Clerk</strong> for a contract opportunity in <strong>Pittsfield, Massachusetts</strong>. This role is a great fit for someone who enjoys staying organized, works well with details, and takes pride in keeping payment processes accurate and on schedule.</p><p><br></p><p>In this position, you’ll play an important part in supporting day-to-day accounts payable operations. You’ll help ensure invoices are processed efficiently, questions are resolved quickly, and financial records stay organized. If you’re comfortable managing a consistent workflow and enjoy working in a collaborative finance environment, we’d love to hear from you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What you’ll do:</strong></p><ul><li>Review incoming invoices to make sure they are complete, accurate, and include the proper supporting documentation</li><li>Code invoices appropriately and enter payment information into the financial system</li><li>Process vendor invoices in a timely manner while following approval workflows</li><li>Match invoices to purchase orders, receipts, and other supporting records as needed</li><li>Work with internal teams and vendors to research and resolve billing discrepancies or payment-related questions</li><li>Keep accounts payable files and documentation organized for reporting and audit purposes</li><li>Track payment status and help ensure approved invoices are paid on time</li><li>Support additional accounts payable and finance-related administrative tasks as needed</li></ul><p><strong>Why this role could be a great fit:</strong></p><ul><li>Opportunity to contribute to a key finance function</li><li>Steady, structured work for someone who enjoys accuracy and organization</li><li>Collaborative environment with meaningful day-to-day impact</li></ul><p><br></p>
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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• 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.<br>• Oversee accounts receivable activities by creating and issuing customer invoices, verifying billing details, and ensuring accurate monthly client billing.<br>• Reconcile payable and receivable accounts on a regular basis, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding balances efficiently.<br>• Maintain financial records, including ledgers, journals, and account registers, to support accurate reporting and consistent transaction tracking.<br>• Monitor past-due accounts, distribute account statements, and follow up with customers to support collection efforts and improve cash flow.<br>• Respond promptly to billing and payment questions from vendors and customers while building positive working relationships with both groups.<br>• Establish new vendor and customer profiles in internal systems and confirm that required documentation is complete and accurate.<br>• Prepare financial reports and collaborate with accounting leadership to support analysis, issue resolution, and continuous process improvement.
<p>We are looking for a Night Auditing Clerk to join a team in Manchester Village, Vermont on a Long-term Contract assignment. This position is part-time, 2-3 night per week from 10:30pm-8:00am. This role combines guest-facing front desk support with audit, billing, and reconciliation work, making it ideal for someone who is organized, service-oriented, and comfortable handling daily financial records. The role requires strong attention to detail, accuracy in reporting, and the ability to assist with both administrative and accounting-related tasks in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Welcome visitors professionally and provide front desk support while responding to guest questions and service needs.</p><p>• Carry out daily closing activities to ensure records are completed accurately at the end of each business day.</p><p>• Prepare and review routine operational and financial reports, confirming that all information is complete and correct.</p><p>• Assist with billing processes and provide support for basic accounting functions tied to daily operations.</p><p>• Enter, update, and maintain data in spreadsheets and internal records with a high level of accuracy.</p><p>• Reconcile daily financial activity and compare transaction details to supporting documentation.</p><p>• Investigate irregularities in records or transactions and communicate discrepancies to the appropriate team members.</p><p>• Contribute to general administrative and front desk tasks as needed to support smooth day-to-day operations Night</p>
We are looking for a Cost & Inventory Manager to join a manufacturing organization in Ballston Spa, New York on a Contract basis. This role will focus on resolving inventory classification and valuation challenges, while partnering closely with finance leadership to improve the accuracy of inventory reporting. The ideal candidate brings hands-on manufacturing inventory accounting expertise and can work effectively in an older ERP environment with limited automation. This assignment offers flexibility in schedule, with hybrid or primarily remote arrangements available depending on the candidate’s ability to get up to speed quickly.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Partner with the Director of Finance to identify and correct issues affecting how inventory is categorized and recorded across the business.<br>• Review inventory balances and transaction flows to determine the proper assignment of materials, work in progress, and related valuation buckets.<br>• Analyze costing and inventory data to support accurate reporting for raw materials, WIP, and finished goods within a manufacturing setting.<br>• Investigate unresolved valuation discrepancies, including matters related to currency impact, and recommend practical accounting solutions.<br>• Assess available reports and system outputs in the current ERP environment to improve visibility into inventory activity and accuracy.<br>• Provide hands-on support during the initial onboarding period onsite, including coordination around system access and setup as needed.<br>• Recommend process adjustments that strengthen inventory reconciliation and support more reliable month-end and ongoing financial reporting.