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12 results for Accounting in Buffalo, NY

Accounting Manager

Buffalo, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
Kyle Clarke with Robert Half of Buffalo is looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee core financial reporting activities for a well-established institution in Buffalo, New York. This role will lead critical accounting processes, deliver accurate and timely insights on financial performance, and help guide planning through thoughtful analysis. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to support both recurring reporting needs and high-priority financial projects. Responsibilities:• Direct the month-end and year-end close process to ensure financial data is complete, accurate, and delivered on schedule.• Prepare and review key financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and other materials used to evaluate organizational performance.• Analyze operating results by comparing budgets to actual performance and highlighting meaningful trends, risks, and variances.• Develop projections for revenue and expenses to support financial planning and informed business decisions.• Maintain oversight of the general ledger, ensuring journal entries and supporting documentation are properly recorded and reviewed.• Reconcile accounts regularly and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner to preserve the integrity of financial records.• Coordinate audit preparation activities and provide documentation and support for financial statement audit requests.• Partner with leadership on special analyses and ad hoc reporting needs that contribute to strategic planning and operational decisions.
2026-06-11T00:00:00Z

Accounting Specialist

Lancaster, NY
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Temporary to Hire
23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to join a manufacturing organization in Lancaster, New York on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent role. This position supports day-to-day accounting operations with a focus on payables, receivables, cash activity, and account accuracy. The ideal candidate is comfortable managing financial details, working in Excel, and helping maintain smooth transaction processing across the business. Responsibilities: • Process vendor invoices, prepare payments, and maintain accurate accounts payable records. • Manage customer invoicing, post incoming payments, and support accounts receivable activities. • Record and monitor digital deposit activity to ensure funds are applied correctly and on time. • Complete daily bank runs and assist with routine cash handling and deposit coordination. • Follow up on outstanding balances and communicate with customers regarding collection efforts. • Reconcile account activity and investigate discrepancies to keep financial records accurate. • Use Excel to organize accounting data, track transactions, and prepare routine reporting. • Perform accounting tasks within the company’s manufacturing system to support operational and financial accuracy.
2026-06-17T00:00:00Z

Accounting Specialist

Buffalo, NY
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Temporary to Hire
22.1635 - 25.663 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to join a team in a contract-to-permanent role. This opportunity is well suited for an accounting specialist who enjoys hands-on work across core financial processes while building long-term stability with a growing organization. The role offers exposure to daily accounting operations, reporting support, and close-cycle activities in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Handle daily accounting activities, ensuring financial transactions are recorded accurately and on time. • Prepare journal entries and reconcile balance sheet accounts to maintain a reliable general ledger. • Support month-end and year-end close procedures by organizing records and resolving outstanding items. • Process invoices, payments, customer receipts, and related account activity across payables and receivables. • Create financial reports and supporting documentation for management review and operational decision-making. • Assist with budgeting tasks, forecast updates, and audit preparation by compiling required financial information. • Review accounting data to identify variances, investigate discrepancies, and recommend corrective action. • Contribute to process enhancements, special assignments, and system-related accounting initiatives as needed.
2026-05-28T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper

Grand Island, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
58240 - 62400 USD / Yearly
Robert Half Permanent Placement is partnering with a long-established Buffalo, NY religious institution on their search for a Bookkeeper based out of their Grand Island office. Starting wage for this role is $28 - $30 per hour and includes a comprehensive benefits package. In this role you will serve as a key member of the leadership team by overseeing financial management, human resources, facilities operations, and administrative functions to ensure the effective and efficient operation of a thriving organization. Responsibilities include but not limited to: <ul><li>Maintain all financial records, process accounts payable and receivable, reconcile bank accounts, and oversee cash management activities</li><li>Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, budgets, and other required financial documentation for leadership</li><li>Monitor and record revenue, including collections, deposits, and other income sources, ensuring accuracy and proper internal controls</li><li>Process payroll and assist with employee benefits administration while maintaining payroll records and supporting personnel-related documentation</li><li>Support the day-to-day administrative operations, including maintaining records, coordinating insurance matters, and assisting with financial audits and compliance requirements.</li><li>Collaborate with staff and vendors on financial matters, facilities-related expenditures, and special projects as needed</li></ul>
2026-06-18T00:00:00Z

Assistant Accounting Manager

Cheektowaga, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half Permanent Placement is seeking an Assistant Accounting Manager to support financial operations for a commercial HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical contractor in the Cheektowaga / Buffalo area. This role partners with the Accounting Manager on many aspects of Accounting and HR including payroll processing, accounts payable/receivable, general accounting functions, billing, and benefits and leave processes. Starting salary is $60,000 - $70,000 based on experience and includes a comprehensive benefits package. This role is perfect for someone looking to grow into an Accounting Manager role over the next few years! Responsibilities include but not limited to: <ul><li>Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes</li><li>Support job cost accounting, work-in-progress (WIP) reporting, and project financial analysis</li><li>Review accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll transactions for accuracy</li><li>Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management</li><li>Prepare account reconciliations and support external audits and tax filings</li><li>Monitor compliance with company policies and accounting standards</li><li>Provide leadership and guidance to accounting staff and serve as a backup to the Accounting Manager</li><li>Assist with HR functions including benefits/leave, workers comp, HRA plans, and more</li></ul>
2026-06-17T00:00:00Z

Property Accountant

Tonawanda, NY
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Temporary to Hire
28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Property Accountant to support real estate accounting operations in New York. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is well suited for a detail-oriented individual who can manage core accounting functions independently while bringing structure to existing processes. The role will focus on maintaining accurate financial records, supporting payroll and budgeting activities, and strengthening reporting through careful account analysis. Responsibilities: • Manage day-to-day accounting activities for assigned properties, ensuring financial records remain accurate and up to date. • Complete month-end close tasks, including journal entries, reconciliations, and review of general ledger activity. • Prepare and maintain accrual-based financial reporting to support timely and reliable accounting results. • Use Yardi software to process transactions, monitor account activity, and generate property-level financial reports. • Review historical workflows and accounting records to identify how prior procedures were handled and reestablish effective processes where needed. • Support payroll-related accounting functions by recording entries, validating data, and resolving discrepancies. • Assist with budgeting by compiling financial information, tracking performance, and comparing actual results against plans. • Investigate irregularities in financial data through detailed account review and forensic-style analysis to improve accuracy and control.
2026-06-17T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Williamsville, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join an insurance organization in Williamsville, New York. This role will help maintain accurate financial records, support core accounting operations, and contribute to timely reporting throughout the month-end and year-end cycles. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger knowledge, sound reconciliation skills, and the ability to collaborate across departments to strengthen financial accuracy and controls. Responsibilities: • Manage and support accounting activities tied to payroll, payables, receivables, cash posting, and collections, including related entries and account balancing. • Prepare cash-based analyses and supporting schedules that help monitor liquidity, while investigating and clearing outstanding reconciling items in a timely manner. • Contribute to the creation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports by organizing data, validating balances, and assisting with financial analysis. • Perform key close activities each month, quarter, and year, including journal entry preparation and completion of detailed workpapers. • Maintain the integrity of general ledger information by verifying that transactions are recorded completely and in line with company accounting standards and policies. • Develop internal reporting and variance explanations to highlight financial trends, unusual activity, and areas requiring follow-up. • Partner with teams such as FP&A and Operations to confirm financial transactions, research discrepancies, and resolve reporting issues. • Provide audit and compliance support by assembling schedules, documentation, and other materials needed for external audit and tax-related requests. • Recommend and assist with accounting process enhancements, including organizational or software-related changes that improve efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls. • Offer backup assistance for essential finance tasks during peak workloads or team absences and support special analyses or projects requested by finance leadership.
2026-06-02T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Amherst, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 59000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a restaurant and catering organization in Amherst, New York. This role supports core accounting operations by maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with close activities, and helping produce reliable reporting. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in general ledger accounting, cash activity recording, and account reconciliation, along with the ability to work carefully within established controls and policies. Responsibilities: • Record and post accounting entries to maintain the accuracy of the general ledger. • Track incoming cash activity each day and ensure receipts are entered completely and on time. • Process daily outgoing payments and document disbursements in the appropriate accounts. • Contribute to monthly and annual closing tasks by preparing schedules and supporting reconciliations. • Review and reconcile balance sheet and other ledger accounts to identify and resolve discrepancies. • Follow established accounting procedures and internal control standards to support compliance and accuracy. • Assist in preparing financial statements and related reports, including balance sheets and profit and loss statements. • Provide audit support by organizing records, gathering backup documentation, and responding to information requests. • Help document accounting workflows and participate in projects aimed at improving departmental processes.
2026-06-12T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Buffalo, NY
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Temporary to Hire
25.3365 - 29.337 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a team supporting accounting operations and special client-driven assignments in Buffalo, New York. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is well suited for someone who enjoys stepping into fast-moving environments, handling core financial processes, and contributing dependable accounting support where it is needed most. The role offers the chance to work across varied engagements while maintaining strong accuracy, professionalism, and consistency in day-to-day financial work. Responsibilities: • Manage day-to-day accounting activities, including preparing journal entries and maintaining accurate general ledger records. • Perform month-end close tasks by reviewing account activity, resolving discrepancies, and helping ensure timely financial reporting. • Reconcile bank accounts and other balance sheet accounts to support accuracy and completeness in the financial statements. • Process accounts payable transactions, verify supporting documentation, and help maintain organized payment records. • Support accounts receivable functions by tracking incoming payments, following up on open balances, and applying cash accurately. • Prepare customer billing and assist with invoice review to promote timely and accurate revenue processing. • Handle sales tax-related tasks, including maintaining records and supporting compliance with applicable reporting requirements. • Adjust quickly to different client needs, workflows, and accounting systems while delivering consistent and reliable results. • Partner with internal contacts and client stakeholders to keep assignments on track and ensure smooth execution of accounting priorities.
2026-06-05T00:00:00Z

Construction Accountant

Hamburg, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
Jenny Bour with Robert Half is working with a growing construction company that is looking for a Construction Accountant to join their team! This Construction Accountant will play a vital role in managing the financial aspects of construction projects. This includes handling in-house payroll, ensuring compliance with prevailing wage requirements, managing accounts payable, overseeing contracts, and performing general bookkeeping tasks. The ideal candidate for this Construction Accountant position will have experience in the construction industry and will have great attention to detail! If this sounds like you, apply to this great opportunity today! Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Accurately enter and clear all invoices in a timely manner</li><li>Ensure all deposits are recorded and bank statements are balanced</li><li>Effectively manage intercompany payments and record interest payments on loans</li><li>Demonstrate understanding and management of certified payroll</li><li>Efficiently handle Accounts Payable and Receivable</li><li>Process PFL Claims and Employee Injury Reports accurately</li><li>Handle weekly taxes and ensure they are paid on time</li><li>Utilize various accounting software systems to manage and analyze data</li><li>Perform various accounting functions, including annual budget and cash flow analysis</li><li>Maintain accurate customer credit records.</li></ul>
2026-06-12T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Cheektowaga, NY
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Temporary / Contract
19 - 22 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support day-to-day payment operations for a long-term contract opportunity in Cheektowaga, New York. This position focuses on maintaining accurate invoice records, preparing payments on schedule, and helping ensure financial transactions are processed efficiently. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working with high-volume accounts payable tasks in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Review incoming invoices for accuracy, completeness, and proper approval before processing. • Assign correct accounting codes to invoices and enter payment details into the system with a high level of precision. • Manage invoice processing activities to help ensure vendor payments are completed within established timelines. • Prepare and support regular check runs while verifying payment amounts and related documentation. • Reconcile payable records and investigate discrepancies by coordinating with internal teams and vendors as needed. • Maintain organized accounts payable files and documentation to support reporting, audits, and record retention requirements. • Monitor outstanding invoices and follow up on unresolved items to keep payment activity current and accurate.
2026-06-09T00:00:00Z

Tax Attorney

Buffalo, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
150000 - 225000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an accomplished Tax Attorney to join a dynamic law firm in Buffalo, New York. This role offers the chance to guide clients through complex tax issues tied to corporate transactions, long-range planning, and business succession matters. The position is suited for a practitioner who enjoys sophisticated client work, values collaboration, and wants to help expand a growing tax practice. Responsibilities: • Counsel clients on federal and state tax issues connected to business operations, entity structuring, and transactional matters • Shape the tax approach for mergers, acquisitions, and related deals to support efficient and practical outcomes • Design tax strategies that align with ownership transition goals, estate considerations, and long-term business planning • Work closely with attorneys in other practice areas to address tax implications within broader legal engagements • Build and sustain strong client relationships by delivering thoughtful advice and responsive service • Track legislative and regulatory developments in tax law and incorporate relevant changes into active representations • Support the development of less experienced legal professionals through guidance, feedback, and knowledge sharing
2026-06-10T00:00:00Z