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8 results for Sr Payroll Specialist in Amherst, NY

Payroll Specialist

Tonawanda, NY
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Temporary
23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a dedicated part-time Payroll Specialist to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Tonawanda, New York. This role involves managing payroll processes for a large, multi-state workforce and ensuring compliance with regulations and company policies. If you have a strong background in payroll operations and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply. Responsibilities:• Process full-cycle payroll for a workforce of over 500 employees across multiple states.• Ensure all payroll transactions are accurate and completed in a timely manner.• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.• Utilize ADP Workforce Now to manage payroll operations efficiently.• Address employee inquiries related to payroll and resolve discrepancies promptly.• Prepare and analyze payroll reports for management review.• Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to ensure seamless payroll integration.• Stay updated on changes in payroll laws and implement necessary adjustments.• Assist with audits and provide documentation as required.
2026-04-16T00:00:00Z

Sr. Payroll/Accounting Analyst

Rochester, NY
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Temporary
42.75 - 49.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a highly skilled Sr. Payroll/Accounting Analyst to join our team in Rochester, New York. In this long-term contract role, you will play a critical part in managing payroll operations, supporting compliance efforts, and providing in-depth financial analysis. This position offers a hybrid work environment, requiring in-office presence on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Responsibilities: • Process biweekly payroll for two entities, covering approximately 235 employees. • Collaborate with HR to implement and manage changes within the Paylocity system. • Upload 401(k) contributions and ensure timely and accurate processing. • Import and post payroll entries into the General Ledger system. • Calculate and prepare monthly sales commission reports, including tracking prepaid versus expensed commissions. • Generate and distribute detailed commission reports to sales representatives and management. • Develop and manage Paylocity imports for raises, bonuses, and other payroll adjustments. • Conduct labor analysis, comparing budgeted versus actual figures, and provide related reports to managers. • Support the labor budget and raise processes by preparing spreadsheets, summaries, and analyses for various planning cycles. • Ensure payroll compliance, including business licenses, state registrations, and sales tax filings in collaboration with relevant systems and agents.
2026-04-17T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Tonawanda, NY
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Permanent
75000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in Tonawanda, New York. In this role, you will play a key part in managing financial processes, ensuring accuracy, and providing insights to support decision-making. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting and a proven ability to handle complex financial tasks efficiently. Responsibilities: • Oversee monthly accounting processes, including closing ledgers and subledgers. • Prepare detailed reconciliations and schedules for balance sheet accounts. • Accurately classify, record, and summarize financial data across various accounts. • Analyze financial results on a monthly and quarterly basis to identify trends and insights. • Develop financial budgets and forecasts to guide organizational planning. • Investigate and explain variances between budgeted and actual figures. • Respond to year-end audit requests by preparing necessary documentation and schedules.
2026-03-24T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Hamburg, NY
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Permanent
66000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
Kyle Clarke from Robert Half is partnering with a growing non-profit in Western New York that is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join their team. This role will participate in the day-to-day accounting operations, assist the Controller with reporting, and file quarterly sales tax returns. The duties listed below represent the essential functions of the position. This list is not exhaustive, and additional duties may be assigned as needed. The incumbent may be required to perform other duties as assigned. • Perform general ledger accounting, including preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, and analysis of account activity • Manage intercompany accounting, including identifying and reconciling intercompany expenses, recording transactions, and reconciling intercompany accounts • Assist the Controller with the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, as well as annual budgets • Ensure compliance with internal accounting policies and procedures • Prepare monthly bank reconciliations • Maintain accurate records of fixed assets, including additions, disposals, and transfers; support annual audit requirements • File quarterly sales tax returns • Assist with preparation of IRS filings, including Forms 990, and 990-T (preferred experience) • Ensure all financial practices adhere to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) • Support the Controller and accounting leadership team with special projects and process improvement initiatives, as needed • Perform other duties as assigned
2026-03-26T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

North Tonawanda, NY
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Temporary
25 - 30 USD / Hourly
Process full‑cycle accounts payable for 7 different companiesHandle ACH payments and assist with fund processingMaintain and update AP ledgers and supporting documentationPerform light general ledger activitiesInteract with banking partners as neededEnter data accurately and efficientlyFile and organize invoices and financial recordsSupport month‑end and routine accounting tasks as assigned
2026-04-06T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Buffalo, NY
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Temporary
19 - 22 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Buffalo, New York. In this long-term contract role, you will play a crucial part in managing financial transactions, ensuring accuracy in expense processing, and maintaining compliance with accounting standards. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, utilizing your expertise in accounts payable and related accounting functions. Responsibilities: • Process and verify invoices, ensuring accurate coding and timely payments. • Manage accounts payable workflows within ERP and accounting systems. • Reconcile vendor statements and address discrepancies efficiently. • Oversee accrual accounting processes to ensure proper financial reporting. • Utilize Concur and other accounting software to process expense reports and payments. • Monitor and process Automated Clearing House (ACH) transactions. • Collaborate with other departments to resolve payment and invoicing issues. • Assist in auditing processes by providing required documentation and reports. • Maintain compliance with financial policies and industry standards. • Identify process improvements to enhance efficiency in accounts payable operations.
2026-04-10T00:00:00Z

Sr. Construction Accountant

Buffalo, NY
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Permanent
80000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
Kyle Clarke with Robert Half is looking for a highly skilled Senior Construction Accountant for a client in Buffalo, NY. This role is pivotal in managing financial operations for construction projects, ensuring precision in cost tracking, budget analysis, and compliance. The ideal candidate will work closely with project managers and leadership to provide clear financial insights throughout every stage of development. Responsibilities:• Oversee full-cycle construction accounting, including tracking costs and ensuring accurate job costing.• Conduct detailed budget-to-actual analyses to identify and address variances effectively.• Collaborate with project managers to monitor financial progress and ensure adherence to project budgets.• Prepare and review journal entries, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.• Reconcile general ledger accounts and bank statements to maintain accurate financial records.• Manage month-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.• Provide financial oversight for commercial real estate and construction projects, ensuring cost control and efficiency.• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and organizational policies in all financial reporting.• Assist in preparing financial statements and reports for internal and external stakeholders.• Support leadership by delivering insights and recommendations for process improvements and cost management.
2026-04-15T00:00:00Z

Senior Cash Application Specialist

Buffalo, NY
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Contract / Temporary to Hire
20.5865 - 23.837 USD / Hourly
The purpose of this position is to ensure timely and accurate application of cash receipts and the timely resolution of unapplied cash and overpayments; research account issues and contact clients to obtain information to resolve payment related account issues. This position will also work closely with international accounting to ensure timely & accurate posting of intercompany payments; work on assigned special projects, support the processing of outgoing treasury wires; review and process bank fees and adjustments and ensure compliance with abandoned property rules. Applies incoming us & international (lac and EMEIA) payments (checks, electronic transfers, tele-checks & credit cards) to the proper customer or corporate account to ensure accurate application of funds and recordkeeping. Retrieves remittance information daily from us and international (lac & mea) depository banks and verifies that all funds have been received, posted and reconciled. Processes accounts receivable adjustments, write-offs, recoveries and refunds for us & international regions (lac & mea) to customer accounts as requested by collectors, cbrs's, account management and other company employees, verifying proper approval. Interface with corporate treasury and with accounts payable and other internal departments to support processing of outgoing USD wire transfers and ach payments using the corporation-s g-treasury system. Analyzes, researches and reconciles unapplied cash, overpayments and underpayments, utilizing numerous systems to ensure the accuracy of the customer's account, timely application of all funds and proper statement of accounts receivable. Manages accounts receivable portfolio for credit balance excluding unapplied cash and credit balance accounts to ensure compliance with the company's abandoned property policy and proper resolution of credits in accounts receivable. Utilizes technical knowledge and systems to research & resolve customer's inquiries regarding application of funds. Records payment discrepancies in coda notes and/or in dispute tracking system as appropriate. Assists employees in understanding/analyzing information in the coda financial system (i.e. Browse details) and provides remittance related detail for the purpose of account reconciliation, dispute resolution, collection of outstanding balances and responding to inquiries. Works on special projects and with collectors on key accounts as needed. Serves as bank and credit card provider liaison; processes bank bank transactions such as returned items and credit card fees & responds to chargebacks due to disputed credit card charges. Supports international finance teams by identifying and communicating incoming funds & posting needed international payments to international cash accounts for settlements as needed. Performs testing for system upgrades (coda, credit card and other key systems) for cash application areas, forms, etc. Serves as a back-up to the cash application manager for monthly reports, conference calls, special projects, etc. Performs other duties as assigned. Associate's degree or equivalent office work experience (4-years) plus three (3) years of cash application experience required; must have excellent computer skills & experience with Excel, CODA (browse details, browse desktop) mars applications, including, but not limited to, rapid cash entry, odq. Must be detailed oriented with excellent data entry skills. Must be a self-starter who can work independently and have strong analytical communication skills
2026-04-14T00:00:00Z