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14 results for Senior Cost Accountant in Albany, NY

Senior Accountant
  • Troy, NY
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 75000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Mid to large company in Troy is seeking a Senior Accountant. Responsibilities include preparing bank reconciliations, monthly financial statements, fulfilling reporting requirements and general accounting duties. This position reports to the Controller.</p>
  • 2026-07-17T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • New Lebanon, NY
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 65000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>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. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee the full fixed asset process, including recording additions, calculating depreciation, tracking disposals, and reconciling balances to the general ledger.</p><p>• Complete regular bank reconciliations, research outstanding differences, and resolve discrepancies within established timelines.</p><p>• Maintain general ledger accuracy by preparing and posting journal entries and reviewing account activity in QuickBooks.</p><p>• Contribute to month-end and year-end close activities by organizing financial data and helping ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting practices.</p><p>• Assist with budget monitoring and prepare internal financial reports that support leadership decision-making.</p><p>• Compile audit schedules and supporting records, and provide timely responses to requests from external auditors.</p>
  • 2026-07-17T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Clifton Park, NY
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 80000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>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.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Oversee critical aspects of the month-end and year-end closing processes to ensure accuracy and timeliness.</p><p>• Prepare and review general ledger reconciliations, journal entries, and financial statements.</p><p>• Collaborate with management to support financial reporting and provide detailed management analysis.</p><p>• Assist in the coordination and execution of audits, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.</p><p>• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency within accounting operations.</p><p>• Work closely with leadership on accounting initiatives and contribute to special projects.</p><p>• Support bank and account reconciliations to maintain accurate financial records.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Salary Range:</strong> $80,000 - $100,000</p>
  • 2026-07-08T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Clifton Park, NY
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 75000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration, please contact Carmen Warga in our Albany, NY office. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage monthly closing activities, ensuring financial results are recorded accurately and delivered on schedule.</p><p>• Prepare and post journal entries, maintain the general ledger, and verify the integrity of accounting data across reporting periods.</p><p>• Perform detailed reconciliations for bank accounts and balance sheet accounts, researching and resolving discrepancies promptly.</p><p>• Partner directly with company leadership on financial reporting, analysis, and other accounting matters that support business decisions.</p><p>• Oversee core accounting processes in collaboration with accounts payable and accounts receivable staff to promote accuracy and efficiency.</p><p>• Support annual accounting cycles and help maintain strong internal controls.</p><p>• Assist with process improvements and transitions in accounting responsibilities.</p>
  • 2026-07-17T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Albany, NY
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 75000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Partner with finance leadership to help maintain sound accounting practices and support the organization’s overall financial position.</p><p>• Contribute to monthly and annual close activities by preparing entries, reviewing balances, and helping ensure deadlines are met.</p><p>• Manage general ledger activity and keep supporting documentation organized, complete, and audit-ready.</p><p>• Prepare journal entries, reconcile accounts, and develop schedules that support accurate internal and external reporting.</p><p>• Assist in producing financial statements and related reports by verifying data integrity and resolving discrepancies.</p><p>• Process invoices and carry out accounts payable and accounts receivable tasks with a high level of accuracy and timeliness.</p><p>• Reconcile daily credit card transactions and research any variances to maintain complete financial records.</p><p>• Communicate with vendors regarding billing questions, payment status, and account issues while maintaining positive relationships.</p><p>• Work closely with colleagues in multiple departments, provide coverage during busy periods, and support additional accounting initiatives as needed.S</p>
  • 2026-07-09T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Latham, NY
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 80000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are partnering with a rapidly growing organization in the Capital Region to identify a Senior Accountant / Accounting Manager to join their team. This is a highly visible role with direct access to executive leadership and the opportunity to help build and scale the finance function during a period of significant growth.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration please contact Carmen Warga in our Albany, NY office. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage revenue-related journal entries and reviews to ensure accounting treatment aligns with applicable standards and company policies.</p><p>• Complete bank and cash reconciliations each month, research variances, and resolve outstanding issues in a timely manner.</p><p>• Oversee accounts receivable reconciliations, evaluate aging activity, and contribute to collection analysis and reporting.</p><p>• Maintain schedules for accruals, prepayments, fixed assets, and other balance sheet accounts to support accurate financial reporting.</p><p>• Record and reconcile operational transactions, including credit card activity, payables, and other general ledger items.</p><p>• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations with clear supporting detail and explain notable fluctuations from prior periods or expectations.</p><p>• Support and enhance month-end and year-end closing workflows to improve accuracy, consistency, and efficiency.</p><p>• Assist with financial statement preparation, management reporting, audit support, tax-related documentation, and special projects such as process improvements, business analysis, and acquisition-related accounting work.</p>
  • 2026-07-17T00:00:00Z
Senior Manager - Public Accounting
  • Gloversville, NY
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 140000 - 180000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>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.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Key Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><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><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Salary Range:</u></strong> $140,000 - $180,000 with additional bonus potential. Includes full suite of benefits and a flexible hybrid schedule.</p>
  • 2026-06-29T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Pittsfield, MA
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Our client in <strong>Pittsfield, Massachusetts</strong> is seeking a <strong>Staff Accountant</strong> for a contract-to-permanent opportunity. This role is ideal for an accounting professional who enjoys supporting core accounting functions, maintaining accurate financial records, and contributing to a collaborative team environment.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and post journal entries</li><li>Reconcile bank statements and general ledger accounts</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close activities</li><li>Support accounts payable and accounts receivable processes</li><li>Prepare account reconciliations and financial reports</li><li>Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation</li><li>Assist with variance analysis and ad hoc reporting</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal accounting policies and procedures</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-07-16T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Loudonville, NY
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 30 - 37 USD / Hourly
  • Robert Half is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our Full-Time Engagement Professionals (FTEP) team. This is an exciting opportunity to build a rewarding career as a permanent employee of Robert Half while working on a variety of engaging and impactful long term client projects.<br><br><br><br>As a Staff Accountant within the FTEP program, you’ll have the unique opportunity to work across multiple industries and businesses, gaining broad experience and developing your professional skill set in a collaborative and supportive environment. You’ll be deployed to support critical accounting functions for our clients—including month-end close process, general ledger maintenance, financial reporting, and compliance activities.<br><br><br><br>Responsibilities:<br><br>Perform month-end and year-end close processes, including account reconciliations and journal entries.<br>Maintain the general ledger and ensure accuracy of accounting records.<br>Prepare financial statements and reports in accordance with GAAP.<br>Assist with audits and regulatory compliance reporting.<br>Support budgeting and forecasting processes.<br>Analyze financial data and recommend process improvement initiatives.<br>Collaborate with client teams to ensure timely and accurate reporting.<br><br>Requirements:<br><br>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.<br>2+ years of relevant accounting experience.<br>Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices (GAAP).<br>Proficiency in accounting software platforms (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, or SAP).<br>Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and other analytical tools.<br>Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.<br>Ability to quickly adapt to different industries and work environments.<br>Benefits:<br><br>As an FTEP Staff Accountant, you’ll enjoy the stability of full-time employment with Robert Half while gaining exposure to diverse industries and projects. Additional benefits include:<br><br>Competitive compensation package.<br>Health, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits.<br>Paid training and professional development opportunities.<br>Vacation, holiday, and floating time off.<br>Network-building opportunities among professionals at leading organizations.
  • 2026-07-16T00:00:00Z
Sr. Financial Analyst
  • Schenectady, NY
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 45.6 - 52.8 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Sr. Financial Analyst to support material cost planning, reporting, and business performance analysis for a manufacturing environment in Niskayuna, New York. This Long-term Contract position will partner closely with operations, supply chain, procurement, and finance leaders to improve cost visibility, strengthen financial controls, and deliver actionable insights. The role will focus on raw material spending, logistics cost trends, forecasting, and process enhancements that help teams make informed business decisions while maintaining compliance with accounting standards and internal policies.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead financial planning and analysis activities related to material costs, translating data into recommendations that support cost performance and execution priorities.<br>• Evaluate raw material purchasing activity and maintain reliable financial records to ensure accurate reporting and strong controllership.<br>• Collaborate with operations and business unit finance partners to identify opportunities for process improvements that increase efficiency and improve transparency into material cost drivers.<br>• Prepare timely financial reports and analytical summaries for internal stakeholders across operations, supply chain, and business leadership while aligning with U.S. accounting requirements and company financial guidelines.<br>• Analyze monthly inflation impacts, standard cost variances, and logistics expenses, and contribute to budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and ad hoc financial estimates.<br>• Enhance reporting tools and analytical processes related to raw material costs, working with cross-functional teams to deliver assigned improvement initiatives.<br>• Review and authorize designated business transactions in accordance with delegation of authority requirements, coordinating with finance, procurement, supply chain, and management stakeholders.<br>• Support decision-making by developing financial models and conducting ad hoc analysis using data mining techniques to uncover trends, risks, and opportunities.
  • 2026-07-17T00:00:00Z
Accounting Manager
  • Rensselaer, NY
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 50 - 55 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to join a manufacturing organization on a Long-term Contract basis. This urgent role is suited for a detail-oriented finance leader who can lead core accounting activities, support accurate reporting, and strengthen operational controls in a fast-moving environment. The position works closely with teams across manufacturing, supply chain, engineering, facilities, IT, and finance to improve financial processes and provide clear insight into business performance.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct month-end accounting activities, including oversight of general ledger close tasks and review of journal entries to ensure timely and accurate reporting.<br>• Oversee inventory and manufacturing accounting processes, including cost tracking, standard cost maintenance, production reporting, and analysis of operating variances.<br>• Manage accounting related to fixed assets, leases, and other assigned areas while maintaining compliance with applicable accounting standards.<br>• Review inventory activity and production results to identify financial impacts, explain fluctuations, and support decision-making with meaningful analysis.<br>• Work with cross-functional partners to resolve accounting issues, improve process reliability, and reinforce internal controls across operational workflows.<br>• Contribute to enterprise system implementation, testing, stabilization, and automation efforts that affect accounting operations and reporting.<br>• Create and refine accounting policies, procedures, and control documentation to support compliance and consistent execution.<br>• Prepare reconciliations, dashboards, and management-ready financial reporting that clearly communicate trends, risks, and performance drivers.
  • 2026-07-16T00:00:00Z
Audit Senior - Public
  • Saugerties, NY
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 80000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Regional CPA firm is seeking a Senior Accountant or Manager for its expanding team. Responsibilities include: audits; some reviews and compilations; general accounting; tax season assistance; and special projects. This will report to a Partner. This position could be located anywhere from Catskill, NY to Kingston, NY and the surrounding region; relocation assistance may be available for candidates with ties to the region.</p>
  • 2026-07-17T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Specialist
  • Loudonville, NY
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 25 - 32 USD / Hourly
  • Robert Half is hiring an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our permanent Engagement Professionals (FTEP) program. As a salaried consulting employee of Robert Half, you&#39;ll take on engaging client assignments while enjoying the security and support of a permanent role.<br><br>If you’re a detail-oriented A/P detail oriented who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys solving problems, this is an excellent opportunity to gain variety, grow your skills, and make an impact across different industries.<br><br>Key Responsibilities:<br><br>Process high-volume vendor invoices with accuracy and attention to detail<br><br>Match, batch, and code invoices according to company procedures<br><br>Maintain accurate vendor files and resolve discrepancies or payment issues<br><br>Ensure timely and accurate check runs, ACH, and wire payments<br><br>Reconcile A/P sub-ledger to the general ledger<br><br>Assist with month-end closing, accruals, and financial reporting as needed<br><br>Communicate effectively with internal departments and external vendors<br><br>Maintain compliance with internal controls and company policies<br><br>Qualifications:<br><br>2–4 years of recent Accounts Payable experience<br><br>Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, etc.)<br><br>Strong understanding of general accounting principles<br><br>Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage deadlines<br><br>Solid communication skills and a proactive mindset<br><br>Ability to adapt quickly to different systems, teams, and client environments<br><br>Associate&#39;s or Bachelor&#39;s degree in Accounting or a related field is preferred<br><br>Willingness to work onsite as needed, based on client requirements<br><br>Why Join the FTEP Program at Robert Half?<br><br>Permanent, salaried employment with full benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, holidays, and more)<br><br>Opportunity to work on diverse, high-impact assignments with leading companies<br><br>Access to career development resources and continuous training<br><br>Supportive team environment backed by a global industry leader<br><br>Build your resume and skillset faster than in a traditional role
  • 2026-07-16T00:00:00Z
Accounting Manager - Public
  • Albany, NY
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 100000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>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.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Key Responsibilities</u></strong></p><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><p><strong><u>Salary and Benefits:</u></strong> 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.</p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-06-29T00:00:00Z