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11 results for Entry Level Accountant Financial Services in Buffalo, NY

Financial Services Administrative Assistant
  • Buffalo, NY
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 55000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Jenny Bour with Robert Half is working with a financial firm that is looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented <strong>Financial Services Administrative Assistant</strong> to join their team in Amherst, New York. This Administrative Assistant role is integral to ensuring smooth daily operations within a detail-focused office setting, requiring exceptional multitasking skills and a strong sense of confidentiality. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a background in administrative support, particularly in the financial sector, we encourage you to apply!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Serve as the first point of contact by answering client calls, addressing basic inquiries, and coordinating paperwork for financial transactions.</li><li>Greet clients courteously and prepare conference rooms for meetings.</li><li>Manage and update team and support staff calendars to ensure seamless scheduling.</li><li>Handle incoming and outgoing mail, including notifications to the appropriate team members.</li><li>Prepare and process client account paperwork, ensuring accuracy and compliance with custodian requirements.</li><li>Maintain client accounts by managing updates such as address changes, name updates, and authorized signer modifications.</li><li>Facilitate client check deposits and prepare meeting folders with necessary documentation.</li><li>Download daily financial transactions from mutual fund custodians and handle related reporting tasks.</li><li>Draft and track charity donation letters, ensuring copies are sent to clients and recipients.</li><li>Update and manage various spreadsheets, including client mailing lists and task logs, using tools like mail merge.</li></ul>
  • 2026-05-22T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Williamsville, NY
  • onsite
  • 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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage and support accounting activities tied to payroll, payables, receivables, cash posting, and collections, including related entries and account balancing.<br>• Prepare cash-based analyses and supporting schedules that help monitor liquidity, while investigating and clearing outstanding reconciling items in a timely manner.<br>• Contribute to the creation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports by organizing data, validating balances, and assisting with financial analysis.<br>• Perform key close activities each month, quarter, and year, including journal entry preparation and completion of detailed workpapers.<br>• Maintain the integrity of general ledger information by verifying that transactions are recorded completely and in line with company accounting standards and policies.<br>• Develop internal reporting and variance explanations to highlight financial trends, unusual activity, and areas requiring follow-up.<br>• Partner with teams such as FP&amp;A and Operations to confirm financial transactions, research discrepancies, and resolve reporting issues.<br>• Provide audit and compliance support by assembling schedules, documentation, and other materials needed for external audit and tax-related requests.<br>• Recommend and assist with accounting process enhancements, including organizational or software-related changes that improve efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls.<br>• 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
Sr. Accountant
  • Buffalo, NY
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 90000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support accurate financial reporting and month-end close activities for multiple entities in Amherst, New York. This role focuses on maintaining strong general ledger integrity, preparing insightful financial analysis, and delivering timely reporting for leadership and stakeholders. The ideal candidate brings a solid background in reconciliations, journal entries, and financial statement preparation, along with the ability to identify meaningful variances and performance trends.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage monthly and quarterly reconciliations across several entities, preparing adjusting entries when needed to maintain accurate records.<br>• Review financial performance by comparing current results against prior periods and budget expectations, then explain notable variances.<br>• Prepare and examine company-level financial statements, including balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and cash flow reporting.<br>• Oversee monthly general ledger close activities to confirm transactions are recorded completely before the final business day cutoff.<br>• Compile quarterly consolidated financial reporting and perform analytical reviews to validate accuracy and highlight key observations.<br>• Evaluate financial data to identify patterns, risks, and opportunities for operational or reporting improvements.<br>• Develop detailed financial reports and presentation materials for internal leaders and external audiences, summarizing performance and critical metrics.<br>• Contribute to the annual budgeting cycle by assessing historical results and current financial information to support planning.
  • 2026-06-19T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Lyndonville, NY
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 65000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Kyle Clarke with Robert Half of Buffalo is working with a client who is looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join a growing organization in New York. In this role, you will help ensure the accuracy of financial reporting, oversee key accounting activities, and contribute to timely close cycles. This opportunity is ideal for someone with strong attention to detail who is comfortable managing reconciliations, supporting payroll-related processes, and maintaining compliance with established accounting standards and internal policies.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and post journal entries to maintain accurate and complete general ledger records.</p><p>• Perform detailed reconciliations for bank accounts and balance sheet accounts, researching and resolving discrepancies promptly.</p><p>• Support monthly and annual closing activities by reviewing financial data and helping finalize reporting on schedule.</p><p>• Maintain organized financial records and verify transactions to promote accuracy across accounting operations.</p><p>• Assist with payroll administration by reviewing related data and helping ensure timely and accurate processing.</p><p>• Monitor accounting activities for alignment with company procedures and applicable regulatory requirements.</p><p>• Work within the ERP system to update records, track transactions, and support efficient financial workflows.</p>
  • 2026-06-19T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Amherst, NY
  • onsite
  • 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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Record and post accounting entries to maintain the accuracy of the general ledger.<br>• Track incoming cash activity each day and ensure receipts are entered completely and on time.<br>• Process daily outgoing payments and document disbursements in the appropriate accounts.<br>• Contribute to monthly and annual closing tasks by preparing schedules and supporting reconciliations.<br>• Review and reconcile balance sheet and other ledger accounts to identify and resolve discrepancies.<br>• Follow established accounting procedures and internal control standards to support compliance and accuracy.<br>• Assist in preparing financial statements and related reports, including balance sheets and profit and loss statements.<br>• Provide audit support by organizing records, gathering backup documentation, and responding to information requests.<br>• Help document accounting workflows and participate in projects aimed at improving departmental processes.
  • 2026-06-12T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Buffalo, NY
  • onsite
  • 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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage day-to-day accounting activities, including preparing journal entries and maintaining accurate general ledger records.<br>• Perform month-end close tasks by reviewing account activity, resolving discrepancies, and helping ensure timely financial reporting.<br>• Reconcile bank accounts and other balance sheet accounts to support accuracy and completeness in the financial statements.<br>• Process accounts payable transactions, verify supporting documentation, and help maintain organized payment records.<br>• Support accounts receivable functions by tracking incoming payments, following up on open balances, and applying cash accurately.<br>• Prepare customer billing and assist with invoice review to promote timely and accurate revenue processing.<br>• Handle sales tax-related tasks, including maintaining records and supporting compliance with applicable reporting requirements.<br>• Adjust quickly to different client needs, workflows, and accounting systems while delivering consistent and reliable results.<br>• Partner with internal contacts and client stakeholders to keep assignments on track and ensure smooth execution of accounting priorities.
  • 2026-06-05T00:00:00Z
Accounting Specialist
  • Lancaster, NY
  • onsite
  • 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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process vendor invoices, prepare payments, and maintain accurate accounts payable records.<br>• Manage customer invoicing, post incoming payments, and support accounts receivable activities.<br>• Record and monitor digital deposit activity to ensure funds are applied correctly and on time.<br>• Complete daily bank runs and assist with routine cash handling and deposit coordination.<br>• Follow up on outstanding balances and communicate with customers regarding collection efforts.<br>• Reconcile account activity and investigate discrepancies to keep financial records accurate.<br>• Use Excel to organize accounting data, track transactions, and prepare routine reporting.<br>• Perform accounting tasks within the company’s manufacturing system to support operational and financial accuracy.
  • 2026-06-19T00:00:00Z
Accounting Specialist
  • Buffalo, NY
  • onsite
  • 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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Handle daily accounting activities, ensuring financial transactions are recorded accurately and on time.<br>• Prepare journal entries and reconcile balance sheet accounts to maintain a reliable general ledger.<br>• Support month-end and year-end close procedures by organizing records and resolving outstanding items.<br>• Process invoices, payments, customer receipts, and related account activity across payables and receivables.<br>• Create financial reports and supporting documentation for management review and operational decision-making.<br>• Assist with budgeting tasks, forecast updates, and audit preparation by compiling required financial information.<br>• Review accounting data to identify variances, investigate discrepancies, and recommend corrective action.<br>• Contribute to process enhancements, special assignments, and system-related accounting initiatives as needed.
  • 2026-05-28T00:00:00Z
Assistant Accounting Manager
  • Cheektowaga, NY
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 60000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Robert Half Permanent Placement</strong> is seeking an <strong>Assistant Accounting Manager</strong> to support financial operations for a commercial HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical contractor in the <strong>Cheektowaga / Buffalo</strong> 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 <strong>$60,000 - $70,000</strong> based on experience and includes a comprehensive benefits package.</p><p> </p><p>This role is perfect for someone looking to grow into an <strong>Accounting Manager</strong> role over the next few years!</p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities include but not limited to:</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><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><p><br></p>
  • 2026-06-17T00:00:00Z
Accounting Manager
  • Buffalo, NY
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 80000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the month-end and year-end close process to ensure financial data is complete, accurate, and delivered on schedule.</p><p>• Prepare and review key financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and other materials used to evaluate organizational performance.</p><p>• Analyze operating results by comparing budgets to actual performance and highlighting meaningful trends, risks, and variances.</p><p>• Develop projections for revenue and expenses to support financial planning and informed business decisions.</p><p>• Maintain oversight of the general ledger, ensuring journal entries and supporting documentation are properly recorded and reviewed.</p><p>• Reconcile accounts regularly and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner to preserve the integrity of financial records.</p><p>• Coordinate audit preparation activities and provide documentation and support for financial statement audit requests.</p><p>• Partner with leadership on special analyses and ad hoc reporting needs that contribute to strategic planning and operational decisions.</p>
  • 2026-06-11T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Clerk
  • Cheektowaga, NY
  • onsite
  • 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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review incoming invoices for accuracy, completeness, and proper approval before processing.<br>• Assign correct accounting codes to invoices and enter payment details into the system with a high level of precision.<br>• Manage invoice processing activities to help ensure vendor payments are completed within established timelines.<br>• Prepare and support regular check runs while verifying payment amounts and related documentation.<br>• Reconcile payable records and investigate discrepancies by coordinating with internal teams and vendors as needed.<br>• Maintain organized accounts payable files and documentation to support reporting, audits, and record retention requirements.<br>• Monitor outstanding invoices and follow up on unresolved items to keep payment activity current and accurate.
  • 2026-06-09T00:00:00Z