125 Results for Cost Accountant Jobs in Bridgewater, NJ

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Cost Accountant

Branchburg, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
South Jersey client within the construction/manufacturing industry is looking to staff a Cost Accountant with a strong background in standard costing and can thrive in a product-based environment. In this role, you will review and control costs related to inventory, provide financial analysis, perform product manufacturing analysis, report on daily inventory, oversee the billing process, create and implement standard costs, perform audits, manage and update costs estimates, assist with client invoicing, follow-up on collection efforts, and research and resolve invoicing or billing discrepancies. The successful candidate will have proven product cost experience, strong problem-solving skills, and excellent time management skills. What you get to do everyday· Maintain and analyze standard costs, ensuring accuracy across products, inventory, and manufacturing processes. · Prepare cost analyses, inventory valuations, and variance reporting to support operational and financial decision-making. · Partner with operations and production teams to investigate material, labor, and overhead variances while identifying opportunities for cost improvements. · Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting. · Monitor inventory transactions and support cycle counts and physical inventories to ensure inventory accuracy. · Prepare and maintain cost accounting schedules, reports, and supporting documentation. · Ensure accounting records and financial reporting are maintained in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). · Collaborate with cross-functional departments to improve financial processes and strengthen internal controls. · Support budgeting, forecasting, and special projects as needed.
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Cost Accountant

Bridgewater, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to join a manufacturing-focused finance team in Bridgewater, New Jersey. This position plays a central role in monthly close activities, inventory accounting, and cost analysis, while supporting accurate financial reporting across the organization. The role also partners with operational and finance stakeholders locally and globally to deliver meaningful insights on product costs, inventory performance, and consolidated results. Responsibilities: • Lead key month-end accounting activities related to manufacturing operations, ensuring timely and accurate financial close support. • Establish and maintain annual standard costs for locally produced items in collaboration with supply chain and operational teams. • Analyze monthly inventory results, including cost of goods sold fluctuations and finished goods balances, to identify trends and explain variances. • Perform regular reviews of inventory reserves and obsolescence exposure, recommending adjustments where appropriate. • Reconcile inventory records against supplier reporting and investigate discrepancies to resolution. • Maintain schedules for prepaid insurance, monitor renewal activity, and record related amortization entries. • Prepare financial analyses and supporting schedules for corporate reporting, consolidated results, and management review. • Partner with cross-functional teams and international colleagues to support accounting processes and respond to ad hoc finance requests.
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Tax Accountant

Hazlet, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
110000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Tax Accountant to join a respected CPA firm in New Jersey. This position is ideal for an accounting specialist who can manage tax preparation work across multiple entity types while also supporting core financial reporting activities. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to a collaborative firm environment and join a team that values accuracy, client service, and strong technical accounting knowledge. Benefits: Medical / Dental/ Vison / PTO Responsibilities:• Prepare and review tax filings for individual and business clients, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely submission.• Compile and organize financial data needed to support tax reporting and ongoing accounting work.• Produce financial statements and related reports in accordance with firm standards and client needs.• Handle day-to-day tax accounting tasks, including reconciling records and maintaining supporting documentation.• Use QuickBooks to record, review, and manage client financial information for reporting and tax preparation purposes.• Work closely with internal team members to address client accounting questions and resolve discrepancies efficiently.
2026-10-08T00:00:00Z

Tax Accountant

Woodbridge, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
The benefits include healthcare, dental, and vision, flexible hours and closed on Fridays except for tax season. A specialized tax preparation firm in the Woodbridge area seeks a Tax Accountant to handle the review of individual (1040) tax returns. This opportunity is unique because the Tax Accountant can work flexible hours four days per week with Fridays off for nine months out of the year. The firm is closed on Fridays except for tax season. If you have a strong individual (1040) background, you qualify. Some corporate tax is ideal but not required. To apply email a resume in a Word format to Robert Half. Or call Rich Singer, CPA at 848-202-7970. Salary is open depending on experience.
2026-09-23T00:00:00Z

Tax Accountant

Wall, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
Benefits:<ul><li>401(k) </li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Referral program</li></ul>Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, partnerships, and corporations</li><li>Ensure accurate and timely tax filings in compliance with regulations</li><li>Perform tax research and stay current on changing tax laws</li><li>Assist with tax planning strategies and identify opportunities for savings</li><li>Prepare quarterly and annual tax provisions</li><li>Reconcile tax accounts and support financial reporting processes</li></ul>
2026-09-18T00:00:00Z

Tax Accountant

Asbury Park, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
benefits:<ul><li>Paid Time Off (PTO)</li><li>Paid Holidays</li><li>Supportive work environment</li></ul>Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, trusts, and nonprofit organizations.</li><li>Review financial records and supporting documentation for accuracy and completeness.</li><li>Assist clients with tax compliance and filing requirements.</li><li>Conduct tax research and communicate findings to management and clients.</li><li>Identify tax-saving opportunities and assist with tax planning initiatives.</li></ul>
2026-09-10T00:00:00Z

Property Accountant

Princeton, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
A well-established real estate organization in the Princeton, NJ is seeking a Property Accountant to join its growing finance team. This position will be responsible for the full-cycle accounting and financial reporting of a portfolio of commercial and/or residential properties. The ideal candidate will have strong general ledger experience, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities Prepare and post monthly journal entries and maintain accurate general ledger records. Perform account reconciliations, including bank reconciliations, to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data. Assist with the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports. Analyze financial results and provide meaningful insights into property and portfolio performance. Support the annual budgeting process and prepare periodic forecasts, including quarterly reforecasts of Net Operating Income (NOI). Complete year-end tenant reconciliations and assist with audit schedules and supporting workpapers. Oversee accounts receivable and accounts payable activities for assigned properties and legal entities. Ensure all financial transactions are accurately recorded and properly documented. Partner with property management, leasing, and operations teams to support business objectives and improve financial performance. Assist with special projects, process improvements, and ad hoc reporting requests.
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Project Accountant

Mt. Laurel, NJ
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22.1635 - 25.663 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Project Accountant to support the financial oversight of construction-related projects in Mt. Laurel, New Jersey. This role focuses on maintaining accurate project cost records, monitoring budgets, and helping teams make informed financial decisions throughout the project lifecycle. The ideal candidate brings strong project accounting experience, a solid understanding of construction finance practices, and confidence working with Deltek-based systems. Responsibilities: • Track project financial activity, including costs, billings, revenue, and budget performance across active assignments. • Prepare and maintain accurate accounting records for construction projects, ensuring financial data is current and properly documented. • Review project budgets and actual spending to identify variances, communicate findings, and support corrective action when needed. • Partner with project managers and operational teams to provide financial insight that supports planning, forecasting, and project execution. • Reconcile project-related transactions and assist with month-end reporting to ensure timely and reliable financial results. • Apply activity-based costing principles to improve cost visibility and support detailed project-level analysis. • Generate financial reports from Deltek and related accounting tools to support internal stakeholders and leadership decision-making. • Support project accounting processes within construction environments, including system-based workflows involving Deltek Vision and Construction Pro when applicable.
2026-10-13T00:00:00Z

Project Accountant

Blue Bell, PA
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Temporary to Hire
31 - 32 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Project Accountant to join our team in Blue Bell, Pennsylvania in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This role supports the financial administration of project-based work by managing contract setup, invoicing, cost tracking, and billing accuracy across active assignments. The ideal candidate brings strong project accounting experience within construction or consulting services environments and is comfortable working closely with project managers and internal stakeholders to maintain financial integrity throughout the project lifecycle. Responsibilities:• Establish new projects in financial systems by interpreting contract terms, building budgets, applying billing structures, and configuring rate schedules and markups.• Prepare and finalize client invoices by reviewing draft billings, incorporating project manager updates, and ensuring all supporting documentation meets customer requirements.• Monitor accounts receivable activity, follow up on outstanding balances, and help maintain timely collection of past-due invoices.• Review employee timesheets for accuracy, process needed corrections, and support proper allocation of labor charges to the appropriate projects.• Examine expense submissions and reconcile project-level financial activity, including adjustments, credits, and debits.• Oversee subcontractor billing records, validate pay applications, and confirm that billing practices align with contract terms and payment timelines.• Maintain accurate project financial data across systems such as Infor, Deltek, or comparable enterprise platforms.• Use Excel tools such as PivotTables and lookup functions to analyze project costs, billing details, and financial trends.• Partner with project leaders and accounting teams to resolve discrepancies and support consistent financial reporting throughout project execution.
2026-10-14T00:00:00Z

Project Accountant

New York, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
🚨 2 PROJECT ACCOUNTANT OPENINGS | HIGH-GROWTH GENERAL CONTRACTORA rapidly growing General Contractor is looking to add 2 Project Accountants to its dynamic Project Accounting team — with the potential for one position to be at the Senior level depending on experience.If you're a Project Accountant coming from a General Contractor, have experience managing high-volume WIP/project accounting, and thrive in a fast-moving environment, this could be a great opportunity. As always, this is a permanent, full time, fully benefited salaried position (this is NOT a temp role or temp to perm). They are located in midtown and are in the office 4 days and remote 1 day. Compensation Package based on experience:Base: $90- $130k base + discretionary bonus 🔨 What You’ll Be Doing<ul><li>Manage project accounting for roughly $25M in projects per PA</li><li>Handle high-volume vendor activity — sometimes 20+ vendors per project</li><li>Own WIP and project accounting responsibilities</li><li>Partner closely with project teams, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders</li><li>Prioritize competing deadlines while maintaining accuracy</li><li>Work independently while communicating effectively across the organization</li></ul>🎯 What They’re Looking For<ul><li>Must already have Project Accounting experience</li><li>High-volume project accounting experience is essential</li><li>GC experience strongly preferred</li><li>Construction Management backgrounds considered for candidates coming from the subcontractor side</li><li>Residential construction experience highly preferred, particularly high-end residential</li><li>Strong organizational and prioritization skills</li><li>Self-sufficient, proactive, and an excellent communicator</li><li>Great attitude and ability to work well within a highly collaborative, dynamic team</li><li>Sage Intacct experience is highly preferred — they recently transitioned to the platform</li></ul>📈 Why Consider It?This is a company that's doing extremely well and continuing to expand nationally, with plans to potentially 2–3x revenue over the next 3–5 years.You'll be joining a team of approximately 6 Project Accountants If you would like to be considered for this position, please email your resume in a word document to Kevin.Chin@Roberthalf
2026-09-30T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Fairfield, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
A specialized manufacturing and project-based organization in Fairfield, NJ is seeking a Staff Accountant to join its accounting team. The Staff Accountant will handle full-cycle accounting, month-end reporting, general ledger activity, job reconciliations, audit support, and accounting tied to large, multi-year projects. The ideal candidate will bring prior construction or project accounting experience, including exposure to WIP, percentage-of-completion and job costing, along with experience using Sage. Manufacturing or cost accounting experience is a plus. The role offers direct interaction with senior leadership and is a strong fit for either an earlier-career accountant or an experienced hands-on Senior Accountant who enjoys owning the work without needing a management title.
2026-09-29T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Spring Valley, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support the accuracy and efficiency of day-to-day financial operations in Spring Valley, New York. This position plays a key role in maintaining reliable accounting records, producing timely financial reports, and helping the business stay compliant with tax and payroll obligations. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to turn financial data into clear, actionable insight. Responsibilities: • Record daily financial activity, including incoming payments, invoices, sales activity, and operating expenses, to keep accounting records current and accurate. • Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and outstanding loan balances on a regular schedule to confirm ledger accuracy and resolve discrepancies promptly. • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports such as balance sheets and profit and loss statements for internal review. • Manage month-end and year-end close activities by posting journal entries, accruals, and other adjustments needed for complete financial reporting. • Review account activity and investigate variances to identify issues, explain trends, and support informed business decisions. • Assist with tax-related reporting by organizing records and supporting sales tax, local tax, and year-end documentation requirements. • Support payroll processing or work alongside payroll vendors to ensure wages, taxes, and benefits are recorded and allocated correctly. • Maintain organized digital financial files and documentation to strengthen internal controls and ensure audit readiness.
2026-10-13T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Bergen County, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a motivated Staff Accountant to join a growing cosmetics organization in Bergen County, New Jersey. This opportunity is well suited for a detail-oriented accounting candidate who wants to expand hands-on experience across core accounting functions while contributing to a collaborative team. The role offers exposure to daily accounting operations, financial close activities, and reporting support in a dynamic business environment. Responsibilities:• Contribute to monthly and annual closing processes by preparing supporting entries and ensuring deadlines are met.• Record journal entries and complete reconciliations to keep financial records accurate and current.• Review bank activity and balance sheet accounts regularly, resolving variances in a timely manner.• Provide day-to-day assistance with both accounts payable and accounts receivable activities as needed.• Help preserve the accuracy of the general ledger through careful review and consistent maintenance of account details.• Prepare schedules and supporting documentation used in internal financial reporting during period-end close.• Examine transaction activity, identify unusual items, and research discrepancies to support accurate reporting.• Assist with audit preparation and year-end documentation by gathering requested records and answering follow-up questions.• Take part in workflow enhancements and ad hoc accounting projects that improve efficiency and reporting quality.
2026-10-05T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

New York, NY
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Temporary / Contract
25.65 - 29.7 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a respected organization in the museum and arts space. This long-term contract opportunity is ideal for an accounting specialist who enjoys managing payment activity, maintaining accurate financial records, and supporting day-to-day finance operations in a collaborative environment. The role will contribute to artist and consignor payment processes, invoice handling, and general ledger activity while partnering closely with internal teams to keep information complete and current. Responsibilities: • Manage and update account records for artists and consignors tied to both primary and secondary market transactions, ensuring information remains accurate and up to date. • Review, code, and enter invoices into Microsoft Dynamics 365 with appropriate backup documentation and proper accounting treatment. • Maintain payment tracking files and financial schedules related to artist activity, keeping records organized and current for reporting purposes. • Oversee the shared inbox for artist payments by responding to questions, requesting missing details, and following through on outstanding items promptly. • Coordinate with internal departments to gather invoices, payment instructions, and supporting materials required for timely processing. • Prepare recurring payment journal entries for artist and consignor disbursements and ensure transactions are recorded correctly. • Assemble payment approval packages for amounts above signature limits, including all necessary documentation and supporting schedules. • Record general ledger entries associated with cost of sales, commissions, advisor fees, and other related transaction activity. • Assist senior accounting staff with commission calculations, payment analysis, reporting needs, and additional finance projects as assigned.
2026-10-08T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

New York, NY
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Temporary to Hire
25.3365 - 29.337 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join an organization in New York, New York in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This role will support day-to-day accounting operations, maintain accurate financial records, and help produce timely reporting for leadership and external requirements. The ideal candidate brings hands-on accounting experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple financial priorities in a deadline-driven environment. Responsibilities: • Maintain the integrity of the general ledger by recording, reviewing, and organizing financial activity in accordance with established accounting practices. • Process vendor invoices and payments accurately, ensuring supporting documentation is complete and disbursements are made on schedule. • Prepare recurring monthly reports and year-end financial statements to support internal decision-making and external reporting obligations. • Reconcile bank activity and cash accounts on a routine basis, researching and resolving variances promptly. • Track spending against approved budgets and provide leadership with clear updates on financial performance and trends. • Support audit activities by gathering records, answering follow-up questions, and coordinating requested documentation for internal and external reviewers. • Complete required tax-related reporting and year-end payroll documentation, including W-2 preparation, while helping maintain compliance with applicable regulations. • Administer payroll processing and assist with financial oversight for the Scholarship Fund, including support connected to scholarship-related events.
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Woodbridge, NJ
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Temporary / Contract
28 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant in Middlesex County, NJ. In this role you will be responsible for bank reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations, tax preparation. and financial reporting. If have 3+ years of experience as a Staff Accountant and a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, this might be the opportunity for you! Responsibilities:• Perform balance sheet reconciliations to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies.• Conduct bank reconciliations to maintain up-to-date financial records.• Assist with the preparation of partnership, corporate, and individual tax filings in accordance with applicable requirements.• Generate financial reports and provide insights to support financial decision-making.• Collaborate with team members to resolve accounting issues and keep financial data current and accurate.
2026-10-08T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

New York, NY
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Temporary to Hire
23 - 26 USD / Hourly
Staff Accountant – ContractJob DescriptionOur client is seeking a Staff Accountant for a contract opportunity to support their accounting team with grant accounting, financial reporting, reconciliations, accounts payable/receivable, and general accounting functions.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare basic journal entries and ensure accurate debits, credits, and expense coding.</li><li>Conduct monthly budget reviews to ensure grant expenditures align with funding requirements and agency guidelines.</li><li>Generate general ledger, revenue, and expense reports to support grant reconciliations.</li><li>Prepare invoices and post journal entries using accounting systems.</li><li>Maintain Excel worksheets and assist with full cost recovery (FCR) reports.</li><li>Prepare financial reports for submission to funding sources and assist with cash flow projections.</li><li>Review payment documentation, invoices, purchase orders, and expenditures for accuracy.</li><li>Assist with accounts payable and receivable, including tracking vendor payments, outstanding invoices, and payment statuses.</li><li>Reconcile petty cash, credit card transactions, cash receipts, MetroCards, and food vouchers.</li><li>Assist with check preparation, purchase order revisions, and vendor inquiries.</li><li>Assist with payroll-related calculations, including retroactive pay, and other general accounting tasks as needed.</li></ul>
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Short Hills, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
Our client is seeking a Staff Accountant to join their corporate accounting team in Short Hills, NJ. The Staff Accountant will participate in the monthly book close process, prepare financial reportings, analyze GL accounts, and prepare reconciliations.The ideal Staff Accountant will have at minimum of 1-2 years' experience in either the insurance, financial services, or large regional to Big 4 public accounting in an accounting or assurance role, hands on experience with monthly close activities, and strong Excel and systems skills.
2026-10-07T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

New York, NY
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Temporary to Hire
33.25 - 38.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a real estate and property organization in New York, New York. This contract opportunity with potential for a long-term role is ideal for an accounting specialist who enjoys balancing financial accuracy with property-related administrative support. The role will focus on maintaining reliable accounting records, coordinating housing and tax-related documentation, and partnering with internal and external contacts to keep essential processes moving efficiently. Responsibilities: • Record and maintain financial transactions in accounting systems, ensuring data is organized accurately for reporting and analysis. • Oversee insurance-related payments and documentation, including tracking renewal timelines and keeping policy records current. • Support the preparation and handling of documentation tied to rent assistance and exemption programs, including Section 8 and senior rent increase exemption records. • Maintain complete tenant accounting files and assist with adjustments connected to subsidies, exemptions, and other housing-related charges. • Prepare and track rent registration submissions while preserving accurate supporting documentation for compliance purposes. • Coordinate co-op tax abatement paperwork, application support, and ongoing record maintenance to help meet filing and compliance obligations. • Post journal entries, categorize financial activity, and summarize accounting information to support complete and accurate books. • Reconcile accounts, review debits and credits, and resolve discrepancies through the accounting platform. • Communicate with property managers, tenants, government representatives, and insurance contacts to address documentation, payment, and account-related matters.
2026-10-13T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Lehigh Valley, PA
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Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Financial Specialist to join a growing real estate organization with multiple affiliated companies in the Lehigh Valley area, Pennsylvania. In this role, you will help maintain accurate financial records, support core accounting operations, and contribute to payroll, commission, and compliance activities across the business. This position is well suited for someone who thrives in a multi-entity environment and brings a careful, organized approach to financial administration. Responsibilities:• Oversee close activities across several related entities, including preparing entries, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting cycles.• Review bank activity and general ledger records to identify discrepancies, confirm accuracy, and keep financial data current.• Maintain schedules and records related to fixed assets, depreciation, leases, loans, and company-owned properties.• Support tax-related processes by compiling filing data, assisting with notices, and coordinating annual 1099 preparation for applicable agents and vendors.• Assist with payroll administration by reviewing reports, verifying data, and helping ensure employee compensation and deductions are processed correctly.• Administer commission accounting by calculating payouts, monitoring agent-related transactions, and confirming charges align with internal records.• Manage recurring financial operations such as intercompany allocations, internal billings, loan payments, banking transfers, and selected wire activity.• Investigate vendor issues and other account discrepancies, while also supporting compliance tasks such as unclaimed property reporting and fraud review procedures.• Partner with leadership, external accountants, and internal departments on financial reporting needs, operational initiatives, and special projects.• Provide guidance and day-to-day support to finance team members to promote consistent processes and accurate work output.
2026-09-25T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Jamaica, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support daily accounting operations in Jamaica, New York. This position will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, managing transaction activity, and assisting with core month-end and account review processes. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with Yardi Voyager and can confidently handle a mix of payables, receivables, reconciliations, and general accounting assignments. Responsibilities: • Manage incoming and outgoing financial transactions by processing accounts payable and overseeing accounts receivable activity. • Prepare and review bank reconciliations to ensure cash activity is accurately recorded and discrepancies are resolved promptly. • Reconcile balance sheet and other assigned accounts to maintain reliable and up-to-date financial records. • Record journal entries and support general ledger accuracy through consistent documentation and review. • Assist with tax-related accounting tasks, including support for sales tax tracking and corporate tax reporting needs. • Contribute to recurring close activities and provide accounting support for special projects as business needs arise. • Utilize Yardi Voyager to maintain accounting data, generate records, and support day-to-day financial operations.
2026-10-09T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Trenton, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
The Grants Accountant manages the financial side of grant funding, ensuring expenses, budgets, and reports are accurate and compliant with grant requirements and accounting standards. Responsibilities include preparing reconciliations, tracking grant spending, reviewing invoices and payroll allocations, monitoring budgets, processing grant reports and reimbursements, maintaining audit-ready records, and supporting annual audits and grant closeouts. The role works closely with finance and program teams to ensure proper use of grant funds and accurate financial reporting. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, at least three years of accounting experience, strong Excel skills, and experience with accounting systems. Experience with nonprofit, healthcare, or grant-funded organizations is preferred.
2026-10-07T00:00:00Z

Trust Accountant

New York, NY
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Temporary / Contract
25 - 30 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Trust Accountant to support financial operations in New York, New York. This Long-term Contract position focuses on maintaining the accuracy of trust accounting records, reconciling cash activity, and ensuring the general ledger reflects complete and timely information. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills and a disciplined approach to handling account balances, journal activity, and banking transactions. Responsibilities: • Maintain trust accounting records and monitor account activity to support accurate financial reporting. • Perform regular bank and cash reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding items promptly. • Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate documentation to keep financial records current and accurate. • Review general ledger activity for completeness, consistency, and alignment with supporting trust account detail. • Track daily transactions affecting trust balances and ensure all entries are recorded in accordance with established procedures. • Partner with internal stakeholders to clarify account variances and support month-end close activities. • Assist with updates to accounting processes or systems when needed, including documenting changes that affect trust accounting workflows.
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Grant Accountant

Philadelphia, PA
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Temporary to Hire
27 - 30 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is seeking an efficient Grant Accountant to support the financial management of grant-funded programs based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This contract to permanent opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented Grant Accountant who can build compliant budgets, interpret funding guidelines, and provide financial oversight throughout the grant lifecycle. The Grant Accountant in this role will partner closely with program leadership and grants staff to strengthen reporting accuracy, maintain funding compliance, and help ensure resources are used effectively. Become an integral part of the team and put your talents to the test by clicking the apply button today. If you have any questions, please contact Robert Half at 215-568-4580 and mention job reference #03720-0013522531. As a Grant Accountant your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:• Create proposal and program budgets in partnership with internal teams, aligning financial plans with operational needs and sponsor regulations. • Gather, organize, and distribute financial records and supporting administrative materials needed for submissions, renewals, and funder inquiries. • Review grant and contract terms to determine allowable costs, budget restrictions, and financial documentation requirements. • Implement tracking methods and controls that support compliance throughout the full award period, including maintaining required information in funder portals. • Produce financial analyses and closeout-focused reporting ahead of grant end dates to identify underspending or overages and recommend corrective action. • Coordinate with Accounts Payable to assign expenses to the correct funding sources and advise on cost allocation questions as they arise. • Assist with audit preparation by compiling requested documentation, validating transactions, and maintaining records of funder approvals. • Monitor grant spending patterns and collaborate with program staff to support timely and accurate use of awarded funds.
2026-10-08T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Allentown, PA
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Temporary / Contract
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
Position SummaryWe are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accountant to join our growing finance team. The Accountant will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing reconciliations, supporting month-end and year-end close activities, and assisting with financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical abilities, a solid understanding of accounting principles, and experience working in a fast-paced business environment.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare and maintain general ledger entries and account reconciliations.</li><li>Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes.</li><li>Analyze financial data and prepare financial reports.</li><li>Reconcile bank accounts, credit card statements, and balance sheet accounts.</li><li>Review and process journal entries, accruals, and adjustments.</li><li>Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed.</li><li>Monitor and maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules.</li><li>Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies.</li><li>Assist with external audits by preparing schedules and supporting documentation.</li><li>Identify process improvement opportunities and recommend efficiencies.</li><li>Maintain accurate and organized financial records.</li></ul>
2026-10-13T00:00:00Z

125 results for Cost Accountant in Bridgewater, NJ