10 Results for Entry Level Accountant Jobs in Buffalo, NY

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Sr. Accountant

Arcade, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support accurate financial operations and reliable reporting for our team in Arcade, New York. This position plays an important role in overseeing close activities, maintaining the integrity of the general ledger, and helping ensure compliance with established accounting practices. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate across departments to improve accounting processes and support business goals. Responsibilities: • Lead monthly closing activities by preparing, reviewing, and finalizing accounting entries within established deadlines. • Maintain the accuracy of the general ledger through thorough review of financial transactions and supporting documentation. • Prepare and post journal entries while ensuring completeness, proper classification, and alignment with accounting standards. • Perform detailed account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner to support accurate financial records. • Complete bank reconciliations regularly and investigate variances to ensure cash activity is properly recorded. • Assist with financial reporting by compiling schedules, analyzing balances, and supporting the preparation of internal and external reports. • Partner with operational and business teams to explain financial results, address issues, and strengthen accounting controls. • Support audit activities by organizing records, responding to information requests, and helping maintain compliance documentation. • Identify opportunities to enhance workflows, strengthen controls, and improve efficiency across the accounting function.
2026-10-08T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Buffalo, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a metal fabrication organization in Buffalo, New York. This role will oversee core accounting activities, deliver timely financial reporting, and support budgeting, cash management, and inventory-related analysis. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to improve reporting accuracy across a dynamic manufacturing environment. Responsibilities: • Lead monthly close activities, including general ledger maintenance, journal entry review, and preparation of accurate financial statements within established deadlines. • Support annual close and reporting efforts by coordinating schedules, preparing key account analyses, and contributing to corporate financial reporting deliverables. • Manage day-to-day accounting operations such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations to ensure accurate and timely transaction processing. • Monitor liquidity by tracking cash activity, projecting short-term funding needs, and aligning available resources with operating and capital priorities. • Oversee tax-related accounting processes and help maintain compliance with applicable financial, legal, and regulatory obligations. • Partner with banking, insurance, and external accounting contacts to support financing activities, debt servicing, and other business requirements. • Perform cost reviews and identify opportunities to strengthen spending controls and improve financial performance across the organization. • Assist with inventory accounting by validating transaction accuracy, supporting inventory oversight, and helping maintain reliable asset records. • Contribute to annual operating and capital budgeting by helping organize timelines, compiling financial inputs, and supporting forecast development. • Help refine information capture and reporting practices within company systems when needed to improve financial analysis and decision-making.
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Angola, NY
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Temporary / Contract
23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting and tax activities for a long-term contract opportunity in Angola, New York. This position will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, preparing tax-related documentation, and supporting daily accounting operations. The ideal candidate brings strong experience across general ledger work, journal entry preparation, and corporate and sales tax processes. Responsibilities: • Prepare and post journal entries to ensure financial transactions are recorded accurately and on schedule. • Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, investigating discrepancies and resolving issues in a timely manner. • Assist with the preparation and review of corporate tax filings and supporting documentation. • Manage sales tax reporting activities, including data gathering, calculation support, and filing coordination. • Support period-end close activities by organizing financial information and helping ensure reporting deadlines are met. • Review accounting records for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with internal standards and applicable regulations. • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to provide accounting support, tax information, and financial documentation as needed.
2026-10-28T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Buffalo, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 60000 USD / Yearly
Kyle Clarke with Robert Half of Buffalo has partnered with a local organization that is looking for a Staff Accountant to join their team in Buffalo, New York. In this role, you will help maintain accurate financial records, support funding and program-related accounting activity, and contribute to a timely monthly close process. This position is well suited for an accounting specialist with a solid understanding of general ledger activity, reconciliations, and compliance standards within a mission-driven environment. Responsibilities:• Prepare and post journal entries to maintain complete and accurate accounting records.• Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate variances to ensure financial data is reliable.• Assist with month-end closing activities, including account analysis and supporting schedules.• Track and record financial activity related to grants and designated programs in accordance with funding requirements.• Help maintain compliance with organizational policies, applicable accounting standards, and external reporting obligations.• Support tax-related accounting tasks, including areas involving corporate and sales tax documentation.• Collaborate with internal team members to gather financial information and resolve accounting discrepancies.
2026-10-26T00:00:00Z

Senior Accounting Clerk

West Seneca, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half Permanent Placement is excited to partner with a national Commercial Property Improvement company based in the Buffalo, NY area on their search for a Senior Accounting Clerk to join their team. In this role, you will support a small accounting group with a mix of accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoice processing, cash applications, and general clerical accounting responsibilities. This is a fully in-office position offering a base salary of $75,000 - $80,000, a substantial bonus structure, and a comprehensive benefits program that is highlighted by 100% company paid health benefits for individual or family. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: <ul><li>Process invoices and support day-to-day accounts payable activities</li><li>Apply cash and assist with accounts receivable processing</li><li>Perform book balancing and help maintain accurate financial records</li><li>Review freight bills and raw materials invoices for accuracy</li><li>Assist with collections and follow up on outstanding receivables</li><li>Serve as a liaison with purchasing and support communication across departments</li><li>Research discrepancies, troubleshoot issues, and help resolve billing and accounting problems</li><li>Provide broader clerical accounting support to the team as needed</li></ul>
2026-10-30T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Elma, NY
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Temporary / Contract
23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support day-to-day financial operations for a long-term contract opportunity in Elma, New York. This role is well suited to someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable handling a steady volume of invoices with accuracy. The ideal candidate will help maintain timely payment processes while ensuring records are properly reviewed, coded, and documented. Responsibilities: • Review incoming invoices for completeness, accuracy, and proper approval before processing • Assign correct accounting codes to invoices and enter payment details into the appropriate records • Manage routine invoice processing tasks to help ensure vendors are paid on schedule • Prepare and support check run activities in accordance with established payment timelines • Reconcile invoice information with supporting documentation and resolve discrepancies as needed • Maintain organized accounts payable files and update records to support audit readiness • Communicate with internal teams and vendors to clarify billing questions and payment status
2026-11-02T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Cheektowaga, NY
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Temporary / Contract
20.9 - 24.2 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support daily financial operations for a busy organization in Cheektowaga, New York. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable managing high-volume invoice activity with accuracy and consistency. The person in this role will help maintain timely payment processes while contributing to the overall efficiency of the accounting function. Responsibilities: • Review incoming invoices for accuracy, completeness, and proper supporting documentation before processing. • Assign correct accounting codes to vendor invoices and enter payment details into the appropriate system. • Prepare and support routine check runs to ensure vendors are paid on schedule. • Reconcile invoice records and resolve discrepancies by coordinating with internal departments and external vendors. • Maintain organized accounts payable files and ensure documentation is accessible for audits and reporting needs. • Monitor payment timelines and follow established procedures to keep transactions current and compliant. • Assist with general accounts payable activities that improve workflow efficiency and reporting accuracy.
2026-11-03T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk

Tonawanda, NY
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Temporary to Hire
23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk to join a financial services organization in Tonawanda, New York. This Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented and can manage invoice activity, support payment processing, and help maintain accurate financial records. The role offers the chance to contribute to daily accounting operations in a fast-paced environment while ensuring timely and precise transaction handling. Responsibilities: • Review incoming invoices for accuracy, assign the appropriate coding, and prepare them for entry into the accounting system. • Process accounts payable transactions efficiently while helping maintain complete and organized financial documentation. • Coordinate check run activities to support timely vendor payments and adherence to internal deadlines. • Verify invoice details against supporting records and resolve discrepancies before submitting items for payment. • Maintain up-to-date payable and receivable records to support accurate reporting and account reconciliation. • Communicate with internal teams and external contacts to address payment questions, invoice issues, and account-related matters.
2026-11-04T00:00:00Z

Accounts Receivable Clerk

Cheektowaga, NY
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Temporary / Contract
19 - 22 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to support day-to-day receivables activities for a long-term contract opportunity in Cheektowaga, New York. This position focuses on maintaining accurate billing and payment records, following up on outstanding commercial accounts, and helping keep cash flow processes running smoothly. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound organizational skills, and hands-on experience in accounts receivable operations. Responsibilities: • Manage incoming payments by applying cash receipts accurately to customer accounts and resolving posting discrepancies in a timely manner. • Monitor outstanding balances across commercial accounts and conduct consistent follow-up to secure payment on past-due invoices. • Prepare and process customer billing transactions while verifying that invoice details, amounts, and account information are correct. • Investigate chargebacks, short payments, and deduction issues, then coordinate with internal teams to support resolution. • Reconcile accounts receivable activity to ensure account balances are current, accurate, and properly documented. • Maintain organized records of payment activity, collection efforts, and account correspondence for reporting and audit support. • Communicate professionally with customers regarding account status, payment timelines, and billing questions. • Assist with routine reporting related to receivables performance, cash collections, and open account balances.
2026-10-20T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager/Supervisor

Amherst, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to oversee core accounting operations and help ensure accurate, timely financial reporting in Amherst, New York. This role plays a key part in closing activities, ledger integrity, and cross-functional issue resolution related to revenue, costs, and payment activity. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to guide team members while improving financial processes and data quality. Responsibilities: • Lead monthly and annual close processes by preparing and reviewing journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and supporting schedules for financial reporting. • Oversee the general ledger to confirm transactions are recorded accurately and align with organizational accounting standards and internal policies. • Compare freight-related revenue, carrier expenses, margins, and shipment details across operational and accounting systems to ensure consistency and completeness. • Partner with operations and finance colleagues to research and resolve discrepancies involving invoicing, payments, profitability, and transactional data. • Manage reconciliation efforts for customer and carrier accounts and address complex payment concerns requiring escalation. • Provide support for external audits, tax-related submissions, lender reporting, and information requests from outside accounting partners. • Contribute to cash management activities by assisting with forecasting and monitoring short-term financial needs. • Recommend and help implement process improvements that strengthen automation, reporting accuracy, and alignment between financial and transportation data. • Supervise and mentor accounting staff as assigned, offering guidance on daily work and career development. • Carry out additional accounting and finance responsibilities as business needs evolve.
2026-10-27T00:00:00Z

10 results for Entry Level Accountant in Buffalo, NY