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19 results for Staff Accountant in Buffalo, NY

Staff Accountant

Buffalo, NY
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Temporary to Hire
26.6 - 30.8 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a contract opportunity in Buffalo, New York. This position is suited for an accounting specialist who can step into diverse client environments, keep financial operations running smoothly, and contribute reliable support on project-based and interim assignments. The role offers the chance to apply core accounting expertise across essential functions while building strong partnerships with clients and internal teams. Responsibilities: • Manage day-to-day accounting activities for assigned engagements, ensuring financial records remain accurate and up to date. • Prepare and post journal entries, maintain general ledger integrity, and support timely completion of month-end close activities. • Reconcile bank accounts and other balance sheet accounts to identify discrepancies and resolve issues efficiently. • Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, including invoice handling, payment tracking, and customer billing support. • Assist with sales tax documentation and related reporting requirements in accordance with applicable guidelines. • Provide dependable accounting support for special projects, interim coverage needs, and priority assignments across client organizations. • Adjust quickly to different workflows, systems, and team structures while maintaining consistent service and professionalism. • Communicate effectively with stakeholders to clarify financial information, address concerns, and help keep engagements on track.
2026-07-08T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Tonawanda, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Sr. Accountant to join our team in Tonawanda, New York. This role supports core accounting operations by helping maintain accurate financial records, contributing to forecasting activities, and assisting with period-end reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and a commitment to financial accuracy, internal controls, and confidentiality. Responsibilities: • Track and review cash flow activity to help ensure timely and accurate reporting across the business unit. • Contribute to budgeting and forecasting efforts by preparing supporting analysis and identifying key financial trends. • Assist with month-end close activities, including preparing reconciliations and helping maintain accurate accounting records. • Prepare daily and weekly journal entries and verify that transactions are recorded properly in the general ledger. • Support the preparation and review of monthly and quarterly financial reports, highlighting variances and notable performance drivers. • Help uphold strong accounting standards, internal policies, and site-level compliance expectations in day-to-day work. • Maintain and refine internal control documentation, including narratives and related support materials, to strengthen risk awareness and asset protection. • Provide timely support during the annual audit by organizing requested schedules, documentation, and other financial information. • Analyze financial results to identify discrepancies, uncover improvement opportunities, and resolve issues with urgency and accuracy.
2026-07-17T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Buffalo, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to 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. Responsibilities: • Manage monthly and quarterly reconciliations across several entities, preparing adjusting entries when needed to maintain accurate records. • Review financial performance by comparing current results against prior periods and budget expectations, then explain notable variances. • Prepare and examine company-level financial statements, including balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and cash flow reporting. • Oversee monthly general ledger close activities to confirm transactions are recorded completely before the final business day cutoff. • Compile quarterly consolidated financial reporting and perform analytical reviews to validate accuracy and highlight key observations. • Evaluate financial data to identify patterns, risks, and opportunities for operational or reporting improvements. • Develop detailed financial reports and presentation materials for internal leaders and external audiences, summarizing performance and critical metrics. • Contribute to the annual budgeting cycle by assessing historical results and current financial information to support planning.
2026-07-10T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Buffalo, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join our team in Buffalo, New York. This position plays a key role in managing core accounting operations, supporting accurate financial reporting, and helping maintain strong financial controls across the organization. The ideal candidate brings a hands-on approach to payroll, payables, receivables, and month-end processes while contributing to budgeting, cash flow planning, and ongoing operational support. Responsibilities: • Manage payroll activities by reviewing time records, validating reported hours, and coordinating accurate processing through payroll platforms such as Paychex. • Direct accounts receivable and accounts payable operations, including billing, disbursements, and collection follow-up to help maintain healthy cash flow. • Record and maintain financial information in company systems and spreadsheets with a high level of accuracy and organization. • Prepare annual budgets, support cash forecasting efforts, and analyze results against financial targets to assist leadership in decision-making. • Strengthen accounting procedures by implementing and maintaining internal controls that protect company assets and align with generally accepted accounting principles. • Review financial activities for adherence to company standards, established procedures, and applicable industry expectations. • Investigate and resolve billing issues, payment questions, and discrepancies connected to customer transactions. • Lead, coach, and assess accounting support team members to promote efficiency, accuracy, and skill development. • Provide administrative and project-based support to leadership as business needs arise.
2026-07-17T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Batavia, NY
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Temporary / Contract
25 - 26 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accountant to support day-to-day financial operations for an organization based in New York. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage accounting activities with accuracy, maintain reliable records, and contribute to smooth month-to-month financial processes. The role offers the opportunity to work across core accounting functions while helping ensure timely reporting and consistent control over transactions. Responsibilities: • Process vendor invoices, verify supporting documentation, and coordinate payment activities to maintain accurate accounts payable records. • Record customer payments, monitor outstanding balances, and assist with maintaining organized accounts receivable activity. • Prepare and post journal entries with supporting detail to keep financial records complete and current. • Reconcile bank accounts regularly, investigate discrepancies, and resolve variances in a timely manner. • Maintain general ledger accuracy by reviewing transactions, correcting inconsistencies, and supporting period-end close activities. • Assist with account analysis and financial record reviews to help ensure compliance with internal accounting standards. • Organize accounting documentation and maintain clear audit trails for routine financial transactions.
2026-07-17T00:00:00Z

Accounting Specialist

Buffalo, NY
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Temporary to Hire
26.6 - 30.8 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to join a contract-to-permanent opportunity in Buffalo, New York. This position is suited for an accounting specialist who enjoys contributing across a range of financial processes while working in a dynamic client-focused environment. The role offers the chance to support essential accounting operations, strengthen reporting accuracy, and assist with projects that improve financial workflows. Responsibilities: • Handle daily accounting activities, ensuring financial transactions are recorded accurately and on time. • Prepare journal entries and reconcile accounts to maintain a reliable and organized general ledger. • Assist with month-end and year-end closing tasks, including reviewing balances and resolving variances. • Process invoices, payments, receivables, and billing activity while helping maintain strong cash flow controls. • Compile financial reports and supporting documentation for leadership review and operational planning. • Contribute to budgeting support, forecast updates, and audit preparation by organizing data and responding to information requests. • Review financial information to identify discrepancies, investigate issues, and recommend corrective action. • Support accounting-related projects such as process enhancements, system updates, and workflow improvements while maintaining compliance with established standards.
2026-07-08T00:00:00Z

Accounting Specialist

Batavia, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
47000 - 57000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to join a growing manufacturing organization in New York. This role focuses on managing customer invoicing, receivables, and account follow-up while supporting accurate financial operations across the business. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment in credit-related matters, and the ability to work effectively with internal teams in a fast-paced onsite environment. Responsibilities: • Prepare and issue customer invoices, maintain receivable records, and help ensure timely and accurate billing activity. • Partner with the Credit Manager to review customer accounts, support credit evaluations, and assist with onboarding new customers. • Calculate and apply sales tax requirements correctly across transactions and customer invoices. • Examine purchase orders and related documentation to verify billing accuracy and resolve discrepancies before invoicing. • Manage collection efforts on outstanding balances through consistent follow-up and clear communication with customers. • Post and reconcile incoming payments, including cash applications, to keep account records current and accurate. • Use accounting systems and spreadsheets to track receivable activity, monitor aging, and support reporting needs. • Assist with account maintenance and other receivables-related tasks that contribute to efficient daily accounting operations.
2026-06-25T00:00:00Z

Accounting Specialist

Batavia, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
52000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to join a manufacturing operation in New York. This position is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in day-to-day transactional accounting who is ready to expand into broader month-end and reporting responsibilities. The role supports core financial activities, helps maintain accurate records across the business, and partners with leadership to keep accounting processes organized and dependable. Responsibilities: • Manage the full accounts payable cycle, including reviewing invoices, entering transactions, and preparing timely payments. • Record financial activity in the general ledger and prepare journal entries to support accurate month-end reporting. • Perform account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to ensure the integrity of financial records. • Close completed jobs, verify related inventory balances, and help maintain accurate cost and stock information. • Maintain fixed asset records, calculate depreciation, and support documentation related to asset accounting. • Prepare tax-related entries and vendor 1099 documentation in coordination with corporate reporting deadlines. • Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, including financial statement support and ledger review. • Provide backup support for payroll administration by compiling employee time and payroll data for submission to corporate. • Help organize purchasing and accounting files, support audit requests, and contribute to cash flow activities such as billing, collections, and payment tracking.
2026-06-25T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper

North Tonawanda, NY
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Temporary / Contract
22.8 - 26.4 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support day-to-day financial operations for a Contract position based in North Tonawanda, New York. This opportunity is ideal for someone who is confident working across core accounting tasks, maintains accurate records, and brings a disciplined approach to managing transactions. The role requires hands-on experience with QuickBooks and a strong understanding of payables, receivables, and account reconciliation. Responsibilities: • Maintain accurate financial records by recording daily transactions and organizing supporting documentation. • Process vendor invoices and payments in a timely manner while monitoring outstanding obligations. • Track incoming customer payments, apply receipts correctly, and follow up on overdue balances as needed. • Reconcile bank accounts regularly to ensure financial data is complete, accurate, and up to date. • Use QuickBooks to manage bookkeeping activities, generate reports, and support routine accounting workflows. • Review account activity to identify discrepancies and resolve issues before month-end close. • Prepare basic financial summaries and provide administrative accounting support as requested.
2026-07-17T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper

Buffalo, NY
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Temporary / Contract
24 - 28 USD / Hourly
Position OverviewWe are seeking a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join our team. The Bookkeeper will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, processing daily accounting transactions, reconciling accounts, and supporting overall financial operations. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Maintain and update financial records, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger transactions.</li><li>Process invoices, customer payments, and vendor payments.</li><li>Perform bank, credit card, and account reconciliations.</li><li>Prepare and maintain financial reports and supporting documentation.</li><li>Assist with payroll processing and payroll-related recordkeeping.</li><li>Monitor cash flow and ensure accurate recording of financial activity.</li><li>Reconcile discrepancies by researching and correcting account transactions.</li><li>Support month-end and year-end closing processes.</li><li>Maintain organized accounting files and records.</li><li>Assist external accountants, auditors, and management with financial information as needed.</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting procedures.</li></ul>
2026-07-10T00:00:00Z

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

Accounts Payable Clerk

Buffalo, NY
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Temporary / Contract
22 - 25 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Clerk to join our accounting team. The Accounts Payable Clerk will be responsible for processing invoices, ensuring timely and accurate payments, maintaining vendor records, and supporting the overall accounts payable function. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Review, verify, and process vendor invoices for payment.</li><li>Match invoices with purchase orders and receiving documentation.</li><li>Prepare and process check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers.</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and resolve invoice discrepancies.</li><li>Maintain accurate vendor files and payment records.</li><li>Respond to vendor inquiries regarding payment status and account information.</li><li>Assist with month-end closing activities and account reconciliations.</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting procedures.</li><li>Support audits by providing documentation and account details as requested.</li><li>Collaborate with internal departments to resolve invoicing and payment issues.</li></ul>
2026-07-10T00:00:00Z

Tax Staff - Corporate

Grand Island, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Tax Staff - Corporate team member to support indirect tax compliance and related research initiatives. This role focuses on preparing sales and use tax filings, reviewing transaction data for accuracy, and helping the organization meet jurisdictional requirements. The position also contributes to tax planning efforts and strengthens documentation practices that reduce audit exposure. Responsibilities: • Prepare state, local, and provincial sales and use tax returns along with other required tax filings in a timely and accurate manner. • Perform research on tax rules and jurisdictional requirements to support compliance decisions and planning activities. • Review general ledger sales tax accrual accounts and analyze monthly divisional tax data for completeness and accuracy. • Validate tax treatment related to accounts payable, fixed assets, exempt sales, and other taxable or non-taxable transactions. • Manage customer taxability considerations by applying complex jurisdiction-specific requirements to invoicing and reporting. • Maintain and review exemption certificate records to confirm appropriate documentation is on file for exempt customers. • Assess invoice line items such as storage, freight, and service-related charges to ensure they are configured correctly by jurisdiction. • Partner with internal stakeholders to identify discrepancies, resolve tax issues, and reduce potential audit risk through proper documentation.
2026-06-30T00:00:00Z

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
2026-07-15T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager/Supervisor

Buffalo, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
Kyle Clarke with Robert Half of Buffalo is looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to support a mission-driven non-profit organization in Buffalo, New York. This position will lead core accounting operations, ensure timely and accurate financial reporting, and help maintain strong fiscal controls across the organization. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in month-end processes, ledger management, and audit preparation, along with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment. Responsibilities:• Direct the monthly close cycle by coordinating timelines, reviewing entries, and ensuring accurate reporting each period.• Oversee general ledger activity and maintain the integrity of financial records through careful review and analysis.• Prepare and approve journal entries, account analyses, and supporting documentation for routine and complex transactions.• Reconcile balance sheet and other key accounts, promptly investigating variances and resolving discrepancies.• Support annual financial statement audits by organizing schedules, responding to auditor requests, and ensuring readiness of documentation.• Produce internal financial reports and contribute to the preparation of statements used for leadership decision-making.• Use Excel, Access, and other Microsoft Office applications to manage data, perform analysis, and improve reporting efficiency.• Strengthen accounting procedures and internal controls to support compliance and reliable financial operations within the organization.
2026-07-14T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk

Tonawanda, NY
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Temporary to Hire
19.95 - 23.1 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk to join a financial services organization in Tonawanda, New York. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent position is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a structured accounting environment and takes pride in accurate, timely transaction processing. The person in this role will support day-to-day payable and receivable activities while helping maintain organized financial records and dependable payment workflows. Responsibilities: • Review incoming invoices for accuracy, assign appropriate accounting codes, and prepare them for timely entry into the system. • Process accounts payable transactions efficiently while maintaining complete and well-organized supporting documentation. • Coordinate scheduled payment activities, including check run preparation and related reconciliation tasks. • Assist with accounts receivable functions by recording incoming payments and helping keep customer account information up to date. • Investigate invoice discrepancies and work with internal contacts or vendors to resolve outstanding issues promptly. • Maintain accurate financial records and ensure transaction data is entered consistently and in accordance with company procedures. • Support month-end accounting activities by organizing payable and receivable information for reporting and review.
2026-07-16T00:00:00Z

Payroll Clerk

Tonawanda, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
Jenny Bour with Robert Half is working with a growing construction company that is looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to join their team! This Payroll Clerk position will support payroll operations for employees in Tonawanda, New York. This Payroll Clerk position plays an important role in ensuring pay is processed accurately, records are maintained properly, and required reporting is completed on schedule. The ideal candidate brings hands-on payroll experience and is comfortable handling sensitive information with discretion. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Support the preparation and completion of weekly payroll cycles, helping ensure employees are paid correctly and on time.</li><li>Review timesheets, pay rates, labor allocations, and employee data to confirm payroll information is complete and accurate before processing.</li><li>Calculate earnings, overtime, deductions, garnishments, and benefits in alignment with applicable laws and company policies.</li><li>Update payroll records to reflect status changes, compensation adjustments, and other employee-related updates.</li><li>Research and help resolve payroll questions, discrepancies, and payment issues in coordination with internal staff and management.</li><li>Organize payroll files and supporting documentation for audits, reconciliations, and regulatory review.</li><li>Assist with departmental administrative tasks, reporting activities, and payroll-related process improvement initiatives, including system updates when needed.</li></ul>
2026-07-17T00:00:00Z

Accounts Receivable Clerk

Buffalo, NY
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Temporary / Contract
23 - 26 USD / Hourly
Position OverviewWe are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accounts Receivable Clerk to join our accounting team. The Accounts Receivable Clerk will be responsible for processing customer payments, maintaining accurate financial records, monitoring outstanding balances, and supporting collection efforts. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with numbers, has strong attention to detail, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process and post customer payments, including checks, ACH transactions, wire transfers, and credit card payments.</li><li>Generate and distribute customer invoices and account statements.</li><li>Monitor accounts to ensure timely payment of outstanding balances.</li><li>Follow up with customers regarding past-due invoices and payment discrepancies.</li><li>Reconcile accounts receivable transactions and customer accounts.</li><li>Research and resolve billing issues, short payments, and unapplied cash.</li><li>Maintain accurate customer records and account documentation.</li><li>Assist with month-end closing activities and accounts receivable reporting.</li><li>Prepare aging reports and communicate collection updates to management.</li><li>Collaborate with internal departments to resolve billing and payment concerns.</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting procedures.</li></ul>
2026-07-10T00:00:00Z

Internal Auditor

Williamsville, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
Local manufacturer seeks a Internal auditor to join it's team. Will be responsible for performing both financial and operation audits. Will evaluate internal controls as ensure compliance with corporate policy and procedures. Special Audit projects will be assigned by senior management.
2026-07-15T00:00:00Z