<p>Nick Corieri with Robert Half is looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join a great team in Syracuse, New York. This role is pivotal in ensuring the accuracy and compliance of daily financial operations while supporting key aspects of cash management and audit readiness. The Senior Accountant collaborates closely with the Senior Director of Finance to uphold internal controls and meet organizational deadlines.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Review daily accounting transactions to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to organizational policies.</p><p>• Act as a quality control reviewer for accounts payable and receivable activities, ensuring timely and accurate entries.</p><p>• Monitor deadlines and support the completion of finance team deliverables on schedule.</p><p>• Serve as a liaison to resolve billing discrepancies and payment inquiries with vendors and internal departments.</p><p>• Oversee organizational banking activities, including wires, deposits, and fraud prevention measures.</p><p>• Reconcile bank accounts and subsidiary ledgers as part of the monthly closing process.</p><p>• Maintain audit-ready financial records and documentation for internal and external reviews.</p><p>• Assist in preparing financial statements, management reports, and conducting financial audits.</p><p>• Support month-end and year-end closing processes, as well as budget preparation and tax filings.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address accounting-related questions and operational needs.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration, apply to this job posting and contact Nick Corieri at Robert Half's Syracuse office.</p>
<p>Chris Preble from Robert Half is working with a Utica client of his that has been growing. This is a newly created role with an organization that has terrific benefits. Also, this position offers an exciting opportunity for growth and development into an Assistant Controller role. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in accounting operations, financial reporting, and process optimization while receiving mentorship and preparing for leadership responsibilities.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee and manage key aspects of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.</p><p>• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.</p><p>• Ensure the accuracy and maintenance of the general ledger across multiple entities.</p><p>• Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll functions as needed.</p><p>• Generate internal financial statements, variance analyses, and management reporting packages.</p><p>• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and the analysis of financial performance indicators.</p><p>• Facilitate compliance by preparing documentation for audits and external tax filings.</p><p>• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in accounting operations.</p><p>• Collaborate on system upgrades or software implementations to streamline workflows.</p><p>• Provide mentorship and contribute to the development of entry-level accounting staff as the role evolves.</p>
<p>We are looking for a dedicated Accountant to join a dynamic accounting team in Syracuse, New York. In this role, you will play an integral part in managing accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring accurate financial records, and supporting payroll processes. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional organizational skills and a strong commitment to maintaining financial integrity.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process and monitor financial transactions related to both incoming and outgoing payments, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation.</p><p>• Maintain and reconcile account balances, investigate discrepancies, and support resolution of outstanding items.</p><p>• Assist with payroll processing and related general ledger activity, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.</p><p>• Assist in maintaining organized and accurate financial records used for internal reporting and compliance purposes.</p><p>• Support monthly and year-end close processes, including preparation of journal entries and reconciliations.</p><p>• Perform daily cash management tasks and support bank reconciliation processes.</p><p>• Perform cash monitoring activities and assist with account reconciliation tasks.</p><p>• Provide support for audit requests and other financial reviews as needed.</p><p>• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless financial operations and reporting.</p>
We are looking for a dedicated Staff Accountant to join our team in Syracuse, New York. This long-term contract position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to various financial operations while gaining exposure to diverse industries. If you are passionate about accounting and thrive in dynamic environments, this role will provide you with the chance to enhance your expertise and make a meaningful impact.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Execute month-end and year-end closing processes, including preparing journal entries and reconciling accounts.<br>• Manage the general ledger and ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records.<br>• Generate financial reports and statements in compliance with established standards.<br>• Assist with audits and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.<br>• Support budgeting and forecasting activities to help clients meet their financial goals.<br>• Analyze financial data and identify opportunities for process improvements.<br>• Collaborate with client teams to ensure timely and precise reporting.<br>• Review corporate and sales tax filings to ensure compliance.<br>• Handle corporate tax returns and provide expertise in related areas.
<p>Remote Job! Strong preference for someone in the Central NY area.</p><p><br></p><p>Chris Preble from Robert Half is working with a massively growing manufacturing industry company. If you have ever been part of a newly created FP&A department and or a rapidly growing company, please point this out.</p><p>This role requires a strong analytical mindset to develop forecasts, analyze costs, and monitor key performance indicators that drive operational efficiency. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Travel Requirement:</strong> On-site in Central New York approximately <strong>3–4 days per year</strong></p><p>Position Overview</p><p>We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Senior Financial Analyst to support financial planning, analysis, and strategic decision-making for a growing manufacturing organization. This role will work closely with senior leadership and operational teams to provide financial insights, budgeting support, forecasting, and performance analysis that drive informed business decisions.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Lead financial analysis related to manufacturing operations, cost structures, and profitability</li><li>Develop and maintain financial models, forecasts, and budgets</li><li>Analyze production costs, margins, and operational efficiency metrics</li><li>Partner with operations and leadership teams to evaluate cost reduction opportunities and process improvements</li><li>Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting packages</li><li>Support variance analysis comparing actual results to budget and forecast</li><li>Monitor key manufacturing KPIs, including labor efficiency, material costs, and overhead absorption</li><li>Assist with long-range financial planning and strategic initiatives</li><li>Provide data-driven insights to support pricing strategies, capital investments, and operational decisions</li><li>Build and maintain financial dashboards and reporting tools</li><li>Collaborate with accounting during month-end close to ensure accurate financial reporting</li><li>Present findings and recommendations to senior leadership</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Chris Preble from Robert Half is working with a Syracuse client of his that has a hybrid accounting/HR role. The HR work is not advanced. It's basically to make up for the fact there's not enough accounting work to make it 40 hours so they're splitting up the role 50/50 ish between accounting and HR. Work life balance is great here and it's a very stable organization.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Accounting </strong></p><p><br></p><p>General Accounting Support</p><ul><li>Maintain organized financial records</li><li>Assist with fiscal year-end close (October–November)</li><li>Provide support for reporting and special projects as needed</li></ul><p>Accounts Receivable (A/R)</p><ul><li>Apply customer payments accurately and timely</li><li>Process customer credit card payments for orders</li><li>Prepare and distribute daily customer invoices</li><li>Respond to customer email inquiries (invoice copies, payment status, etc.)</li><li>Conduct collections follow-up on past-due accounts</li></ul><p>Accounts Payable (A/P)</p><ul><li>Code and enter vendor invoices</li><li>Process invoices for payment</li><li>Prepare and mail vendor checks weekly</li></ul><p><strong>Human Resources Administrative Support </strong></p><ul><li>Maintain employee files and documentation</li><li>Assist with onboarding paperwork and new hire documentation</li><li>Support benefits administration tasks (forms, updates, enrollments)</li><li>Track PTO and employee records</li><li>Assist with basic payroll coordination (if applicable)</li><li>Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee information</li></ul>
<p>Chris Preble is working with a Syracuse client of his that's looking for a permanent part time Accountant. </p><p><br></p><p>This job is about 20 hours a week (paid hourly - about $30 an hour) Great work life balance!</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Apply and reconcile incoming customer payments accurately and on a timely basis</p><p> • Process customer credit card transactions for orders</p><p> • Generate and distribute daily customer invoices</p><p> • Follow up on outstanding balances and manage collections efforts when required</p><p>• Review, code, and enter vendor invoices into the accounting system</p><p> • Process invoices for payment in accordance with company procedures</p><p> • Prepare and mail weekly vendor payments</p><p>• Maintain organized and accurate financial records</p><p> • Support reporting requirements and special accounting projects as needed</p>
Position Summary:<br><br>We are seeking a detail-oriented individual to oversee financial stewardship activities for individuals residing in our agency’s programs, specifically those requiring assistance with benefit administration.<br><br>Key Duties:<br><br>Prepare and submit requests to designate the agency as financial agent for benefit recipients.<br>Adhere to all applicable guidelines for managing participant funds across diverse benefit programs including federal, state, and assistance-related sources.<br>Handle completion of mandated benefit documentation, such as income reporting and annual review forms, ensuring timely execution and appropriate authorization.<br>Monitor participant communications daily, respond to benefit-related correspondence, and manage scheduling for agency and recipient appointments.<br>Support the review and processing of annual eligibility forms for participants whose finances are managed by the agency.<br>Troubleshoot and resolve funding and eligibility issues, helping maintain uninterrupted access to benefits for all participants.<br>Open and manage financial accounts, validate income flows, and periodically audit personal funds for recipients under agency management.<br>Establish financial protocols for new arrivals to agency-operated residences within established timeframes; ensure proper handoff of financial responsibilities upon departure.<br>Reconcile participant and agency-related financial accounts each month, maintaining account balances within regulatory thresholds.<br>Serve as liaison for benefit-related matters, engaging with government agencies, financial institutions, families, and participants to clarify income, expenditure, tax, and related financial concerns.<br>Act as the central contact point for participant allowance questions and income management matters across all relevant stakeholders.<br>Conduct site visits to meet with program participants, learn about their financial preferences, and perform in-person fund audits when needed.<br>Complete other tasks as assigned.