235 Results for Entry Level Accountant Jobs in Morristown, NJ

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Accountant - Entry Level

New York, NY
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Temporary / Contract
22.80 - 26.40 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Entry Level Accountant to provide hands-on support to the finance team during a busy tax season period. This long-term contract opportunity is well suited for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable handling a mix of accounting coordination and administrative tasks. The position offers exposure to day-to-day financial operations while working with internal partners and external contacts in a detail-oriented environment. Responsibilities: • Support tax season workflows by preparing documents, organizing financial information, and assisting the accounting team with time-sensitive tasks. • Distribute account statements to designated recipients with accuracy and care. • Reconcile credit card activity by reviewing transactions, identifying discrepancies, and helping maintain accurate records. • Enter accounting codes and update financial data to keep records complete, organized, and current. • Assist with accounts receivable processes, including tracking payments and handling related administrative follow-up. • Carry out a range of clerical and operational accounting duties to help maintain efficient daily finance operations.
2026-10-15T14:48:45Z

Accountant - Entry Level

Hamilton, NJ
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Temporary to Hire
17.00 - 18.00 USD / Hourly
Our client is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Entry-Level Staff Accountant to join their accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent accounting graduate or an early-career detail oriented looking to build their accounting skills and gain hands-on experience in a detail oriented environment. The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, eager to learn, and ready to contribute to day-to-day accounting operations while developing their career. Key Responsibilities Assist with general ledger maintenance and journal entries. Support month-end and year-end closing activities. Perform account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies. Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and expense tracking. Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation. Help prepare financial statements, reports, and schedules. Assist with audits and other accounting-related projects as needed. Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and efficiency.
2026-10-14T14:33:43Z

Accounting Analyst

Hazlet, NJ
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Temporary to Hire
20.00 - 23.00 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is partnering with a local client for an entry level accounting role. This position will focus on accounting operations (AP and/or AR) in the immediate, with the goal being to grow in responsibilities as time moves on. Great opportunity to join a long standing partner. Responsibilities:• Prepare and distribute recurring and one-time customer invoices with a high level of accuracy and within established timelines.• Record incoming customer payments in the general ledger, including transactions received by check and other remittance methods, and investigate any discrepancies in payment amounts.• Review accounts receivable aging reports on a regular basis, identify outstanding balances, and align account activity with period-end general ledger close processes.• Respond to questions related to invoicing and payment activity by researching issues thoroughly and driving them through to resolution.• Complete reconciliations tied to special event billing, one-off customer charges, and other assigned general ledger accounts.
2026-10-06T12:28:42Z

Accountant

Perkasie, PA
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Temporary / Contract
- USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accountant to join a team in Perkasie, Pennsylvania, in a Long-term Contract position with the potential to become a permanent staff role. This opportunity is well suited for an accounting specialist with at least two years of staff-level experience who can adapt to shifting priorities, follow direction effectively, and contribute across core accounting activities. The role offers a hybrid schedule with typically one work-from-home day per week and possible flexibility for additional remote time. Responsibilities:• Perform account and bank reconciliations to maintain accurate financial records and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.• Review accounting activity across the general ledger and investigate transactions to ensure entries are properly recorded.• Support updates to the chart of accounts within QuickBooks to improve financial organization and reporting accuracy.• Manage and help reduce outstanding intercompany purchase order and job costing items by researching issues and coordinating follow-up actions.• Prepare and post journal entries as needed to support routine accounting operations and period-end activities.• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes to help maintain efficient daily financial operations.• Use Excel to analyze data, track open items, and prepare schedules that support accounting review and decision-making.• Respond effectively to changing business needs while working closely with the accounting team to complete priorities accurately and on schedule.
2026-10-13T20:38:48Z

Sr. Accountant

Brooklyn, NY
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Temporary / Contract
42.75 - 49.50 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support a non-profit organization in Brooklyn, New York. This Long-term Contract position will focus on strengthening day-to-day accounting operations, improving the accuracy of financial records, and helping maintain a well-organized general ledger. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, hands-on Yardi experience, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Oversee general ledger activity and help resolve discrepancies to improve the accuracy and completeness of financial data. • Prepare and post journal entries related to routine accounting transactions and period-end adjustments. • Lead key month-end close tasks, ensuring deadlines are met and financial records are properly updated. • Perform detailed account reconciliations to identify variances, research issues, and support corrective action. • Complete bank reconciliations on a regular basis and investigate outstanding items in a timely manner. • Review existing accounting records and assist with general ledger cleanup efforts to support reliable reporting. • Use Yardi to manage accounting information, maintain records, and support reporting needs across the finance function.
2026-10-07T19:23:48Z

Bookkeeper

Newark, NJ
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Temporary to Hire
23.00 - 25.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented part-time Entry-Level Bookkeeper to join a team in Newark, New Jersey in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This opportunity is well suited for someone who enjoys hands-on accounting support, accurate financial recordkeeping, and managing high-volume transactional work in a collaborative office setting. The role is expected to begin on a part-time schedule and transition to a permanent schedule as the individual becomes established in the position. Responsibilities:• Process a high volume of accounts payable transactions with strong attention to accuracy and timeliness.• Enter financial and operational data manually into internal records and spreadsheets while maintaining organized documentation.• Record daily cash activity and ensure entries are updated consistently in the accounting system.• Perform bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies by reviewing supporting records and account activity.• Complete cash reconciliations to verify balances and support accurate reporting.• Use Excel, including pivot tables, to organize data, review transactions, and assist with financial tracking.• Provide general administrative and office support as needed to help maintain efficient day-to-day operations.• Work within Sage accounting software for bookkeeping tasks, with training available for candidates who are new to the platform.
2026-09-21T19:34:09Z

Staff Accountant

New York, NY
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Temporary / Contract
30.00 - 40.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support a leading luxury fashion and retail organization in New York, New York. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for an accounting specialist who enjoys balancing core close activities with retail-focused financial support in a collaborative team setting. The position will contribute to reconciliations, reporting, and period-end accounting while helping maintain accurate financial records across multiple workstreams. Responsibilities: • Perform daily and monthly reconciliations for bank accounts and corporate credit cards, researching and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner. • Support retail accounting operations by recording activity accurately and assisting with financial reporting tied to store and e-commerce transactions. • Prepare revenue-related analyses and assist with sales tax reporting to help ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance. • Contribute to month-end and year-end close by posting journal entries, reviewing general ledger activity, and organizing supporting documentation. • Partner with accounting team members on special projects and additional assignments that arise during the coverage period. • Use SAP and other accounting tools to maintain financial data, generate reports, and support routine accounting processes. • Collaborate with a finance and accounting team to help keep deadlines on track and maintain strong internal coordination.
2026-10-15T14:18:44Z

Sr. Accountant

New York,, NY
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Temporary / Contract
33.25 - 36.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Sr. Accountant to join a consumer products organization in New York, New York on a Contract basis. This position will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting close activities, and ensuring core accounting processes run smoothly in a fast-paced, lean team environment. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting experience, advanced Excel capability, and the confidence to manage priorities independently. Responsibilities: • Manage daily accounting activities across payables support, general ledger maintenance, and related operational tasks. • Prepare and post journal entries to ensure financial transactions are recorded accurately and on time. • Perform bank reconciliations and review balance sheet accounts to identify and resolve discrepancies. • Support month-end close by completing reconciliations, analyzing account activity, and meeting reporting deadlines. • Compile audit support materials and maintain organized documentation for internal and external review. • Assist with broader accounting workflows to strengthen accuracy, compliance, and consistency across financial processes. • Work independently within a lean team structure while coordinating effectively with cross-functional stakeholders as needed.
2026-10-12T14:58:45Z

Sr. Accountant

Princeton, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
85000.00 - 95000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core accounting operations in Princeton, New Jersey. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, preparing close activities, and ensuring balance sheet accounts are fully supported. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge and a detail-oriented approach to reconciliations, journal preparation, and oversight of grant and endowment-related transactions. Benefits:Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Paid holidays, 35 hour work weeks with 1 hour lunch. Responsibilities:• Lead monthly close activities by preparing schedules, reviewing account activity, and helping ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.• Maintain the general ledger by recording financial activity correctly and verifying that entries align with accounting standards and internal policies.• Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate support, ensuring transactions are classified accurately across reporting periods.• Perform detailed reconciliations for balance sheet and bank accounts, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding items promptly.• Oversee accounting work related to grants and endowments, including tracking activity and confirming proper treatment of restricted funds.• Analyze account fluctuations and provide clear explanations for variances identified during the close and reconciliation process.• Partner with internal stakeholders to gather supporting documentation, clarify transactions, and improve the accuracy of financial data.• Assist with accounting process updates or system-related changes as needed, while maintaining continuity and control over financial records.
2026-10-16T12:53:44Z

Senior Accountant

Trenton, NJ
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Temporary / Contract
45.00 - 55.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to support core accounting operations for a Long-term Contract position based in Trenton, New Jersey. This role is ideal for someone who can manage close activities, maintain accurate financial records, and ensure account balances are properly supported. The successful candidate will bring strong technical accounting skills and a consistent approach to reconciliation, reporting, and ledger maintenance. This role is fully onsite, 5 days a week. Responsibilities:• Lead month-end closing activities, ensuring deadlines are met and financial data is complete and accurate.• Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation and clear audit trails.• Maintain the general ledger by reviewing transactions, correcting discrepancies, and preserving account integrity.• Perform detailed account reconciliations and investigate variances to resolve outstanding issues promptly.• Complete bank reconciliations on a recurring basis and follow up on unreconciled items as needed.• Analyze financial records to identify inconsistencies and recommend corrective accounting actions.• Partner with internal stakeholders to gather information required for close, reconciliation, and reporting processes.
2026-10-13T13:44:04Z

Staff Accountant

Middlesex, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
80000.00 - 95000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Senior Accountant to support core accounting activities for a growing organization in Middlesex, New Jersey. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing recurring financial reports, and helping ensure timely completion of close activities. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with QuickBooks, accounts payable, accounts receivable, month-end close, payroll, taxes, financial statement preparation, inventory accounting, job costing, bank reconciliations, general ledger management, audit support, and other core accounting functions. Responsibilities:• Handle daily accounting functions across payables, receivables, ledger maintenance, and cash reconciliation to keep financial records accurate and current.• Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting packages with careful attention to completeness and accuracy.• Coordinate period-end close activities, ensuring deadlines are met and account balances are properly reviewed and recorded.• Prepare and post journal entries while maintaining the integrity of the general ledger.• Partner with external auditors by organizing documentation, answering questions, and supporting audit requests.• Assist with corporate tax and sales tax activities, including supporting return preparation and related reconciliations.• Use QuickBooks to manage accounting records, track transactions, and support routine financial operations.
2026-10-15T18:53:46Z

Senior Accountant

Brooklyn, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
100000.00 - 115000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join a growing finance team. This role will lead core accounting activities, ensure accurate reporting across U.S. operations and international intercompany relationships, and help strengthen financial processes as the organization evolves. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to manage deadlines across close, compliance, and audit-related work. Responsibilities:• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process, preparing journal entries, recording accruals, and completing timely balance sheet reconciliations.• Manage accounting and reporting for U.S. entities while coordinating intercompany activity with global subsidiaries to maintain accurate consolidated records.• Analyze complex accounting matters and prepare clear documentation to support appropriate treatment under applicable standards.• Partner with tax advisors and internal stakeholders to assist with recurring tax filings and provide support during external audits in multiple jurisdictions.• Review incoming invoices for accuracy, address payment or vendor discrepancies, and oversee timely processing of supplier and employee expense payments.• Develop, formalize, and maintain accounting policies, internal controls, and operating procedures to support a scalable finance function.• Monitor general ledger activity and investigate variances or unusual transactions to improve accuracy and reporting consistency.
2026-09-22T11:34:06Z

Sr. Accountant

Jamaica, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
70000.00 - 90000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support the daily accounting activities of a property management organization in Jamaica, New York. This role partners closely with the Controller to maintain accurate financial records, oversee core accounting workflows, and prepare timely reporting for the business. The ideal candidate brings strong Yardi Voyager experience and is comfortable handling a mix of recurring accounting duties and special projects in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Manage day-to-day accounting operations in partnership with the Controller, ensuring financial activity is recorded accurately and on schedule. • Process incoming payments and vendor invoices, maintaining organized accounts receivable and accounts payable records. • Prepare monthly financial reports and supporting schedules to help leadership monitor property and company performance. • Maintain rent roll data and review records for accuracy, completeness, and consistency with accounting activity. • Record journal entries and support general ledger maintenance as part of the month-end close process. • Reconcile bank accounts and balance sheet accounts, investigating and resolving discrepancies promptly. • Assist with ad hoc accounting assignments and special analyses based on business needs. • Use Yardi Voyager to manage accounting transactions, reporting, and property management financial data.
2026-10-09T13:38:44Z

Staff Accountant

New York, NY
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Temporary to Hire
23.00 - 26.00 USD / Hourly
Staff Accountant – ContractJob DescriptionOur client is seeking a Staff Accountant for a contract opportunity to support their accounting team with grant accounting, financial reporting, reconciliations, accounts payable/receivable, and general accounting functions.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare basic journal entries and ensure accurate debits, credits, and expense coding.</li><li>Conduct monthly budget reviews to ensure grant expenditures align with funding requirements and agency guidelines.</li><li>Generate general ledger, revenue, and expense reports to support grant reconciliations.</li><li>Prepare invoices and post journal entries using accounting systems.</li><li>Maintain Excel worksheets and assist with full cost recovery (FCR) reports.</li><li>Prepare financial reports for submission to funding sources and assist with cash flow projections.</li><li>Review payment documentation, invoices, purchase orders, and expenditures for accuracy.</li><li>Assist with accounts payable and receivable, including tracking vendor payments, outstanding invoices, and payment statuses.</li><li>Reconcile petty cash, credit card transactions, cash receipts, MetroCards, and food vouchers.</li><li>Assist with check preparation, purchase order revisions, and vendor inquiries.</li><li>Assist with payroll-related calculations, including retroactive pay, and other general accounting tasks as needed.</li></ul>
2026-10-15T13:54:05Z

staff accountant

Orangeburg, NY
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Temporary / Contract
23.75 - 27.50 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support key accounting operations for a wholesale distribution organization in Pearl River, New York. This Long-term Contract position is well suited for someone who is comfortable handling reconciliations, account analysis, and day-to-day transactional accounting while working in a collaborative team environment. The role begins primarily onsite and transitions to a hybrid schedule after onboarding, offering the opportunity to contribute across accounts receivable, bookkeeping, and general ledger activities. Responsibilities:• Perform detailed reviews of financial accounts to identify discrepancies, explain activity, and maintain accurate balances.• Reconcile cash activity across records and systems to ensure timely and accurate reporting.• Complete credit card reconciliations and investigate unmatched or unusual transactions.• Prepare and maintain bank reconciliations on a regular basis, resolving variances promptly.• Support accounts receivable functions, including tracking incoming payments and maintaining organized records.• Assist with bookkeeping tasks and general ledger maintenance to keep financial data current and reliable.• Record journal entries and verify supporting documentation for routine accounting transactions.• Use Excel tools such as pivot tables and VLOOKUPs to analyze data, organize reports, and improve accounting workflow.
2026-10-15T16:18:44Z

Financial Analyst - Entry Level

Woodbridge, NJ
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Temporary / Contract
22.00 - 24.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an entry-level Financial Analyst to join a team in Woodbridge, New Jersey. This opportunity is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, analytical, and interested in financial crime review, transaction analysis, and compliance support. In this role, you will evaluate transaction activity, research irregularities, and prepare clear case documentation while partnering with cross-functional teams to support due diligence efforts and strengthen monitoring effectiveness. Responsibilities:• Review alerts produced by transaction monitoring platforms and examine activity for unusual trends or potentially suspicious behavior.• Compare customer transaction patterns with expected account activity and research deviations that require further analysis.• Investigate escalated or flagged transactions, performing appropriate follow-up to determine whether activity is reasonable and properly supported.• Prepare organized, accurate case notes and summaries for internal review and, when necessary, regulatory reporting support.• Partner with compliance, operations, and other internal teams to gather information needed for customer due diligence and enhanced due diligence reviews.• Apply relevant regulatory standards and internal controls consistently when assessing transactional activity and documenting outcomes.• Take part in ongoing training to remain current on compliance expectations, emerging risks, and industry best practices.• Collaborate with technology partners to help improve transaction monitoring rules, alert quality, and overall system effectiveness
2026-10-13T19:23:47Z

Staff Accountant

Spring Valley, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
55000.00 - 65000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support the accuracy and efficiency of day-to-day financial operations in Spring Valley, New York. This position plays a key role in maintaining reliable accounting records, producing timely financial reports, and helping the business stay compliant with tax and payroll obligations. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to turn financial data into clear, actionable insight. Responsibilities: • Record daily financial activity, including incoming payments, invoices, sales activity, and operating expenses, to keep accounting records current and accurate. • Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and outstanding loan balances on a regular schedule to confirm ledger accuracy and resolve discrepancies promptly. • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports such as balance sheets and profit and loss statements for internal review. • Manage month-end and year-end close activities by posting journal entries, accruals, and other adjustments needed for complete financial reporting. • Review account activity and investigate variances to identify issues, explain trends, and support informed business decisions. • Assist with tax-related reporting by organizing records and supporting sales tax, local tax, and year-end documentation requirements. • Support payroll processing or work alongside payroll vendors to ensure wages, taxes, and benefits are recorded and allocated correctly. • Maintain organized digital financial files and documentation to strengthen internal controls and ensure audit readiness.
2026-10-13T14:08:46Z

Trust Accountant

New York, NY
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Temporary / Contract
25.00 - 30.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Trust Accountant to support financial operations in New York, New York. This Long-term Contract position focuses on maintaining the accuracy of trust accounting records, reconciling cash activity, and ensuring the general ledger reflects complete and timely information. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills and a disciplined approach to handling account balances, journal activity, and banking transactions. Responsibilities: • Maintain trust accounting records and monitor account activity to support accurate financial reporting. • Perform regular bank and cash reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding items promptly. • Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate documentation to keep financial records current and accurate. • Review general ledger activity for completeness, consistency, and alignment with supporting trust account detail. • Track daily transactions affecting trust balances and ensure all entries are recorded in accordance with established procedures. • Partner with internal stakeholders to clarify account variances and support month-end close activities. • Assist with updates to accounting processes or systems when needed, including documenting changes that affect trust accounting workflows.
2026-10-08T19:13:44Z

Staff Accountant

New York, NY
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Temporary / Contract
24.00 - 30.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a retail organization in New York, New York on a Contract basis. This position supports daily accounting activity with a strong emphasis on reconciliations, cash activity, and transaction accuracy across store, banking, and eCommerce channels. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with high-volume financial data, researching exceptions, and collaborating with finance, accounting, and technical teams to keep reporting accurate and month-end close on track. Responsibilities: • Oversee daily cash activity and coordinate with accounts payable and accounts receivable teams to ensure bank-related items are addressed promptly and accurately. • Prepare and maintain reconciliations for bank accounts across multiple entities, confirming that transactions are fully recorded and properly supported. • Review financial activity from retail and online sales channels, matching transactions across platforms and resolving exceptions that affect reporting accuracy. • Investigate discrepancies involving payment processors, eCommerce systems, and internal accounting records, partnering with cross-functional teams to correct data issues. • Track and account for merchant fees, chargebacks, employee card activity, and expense report transactions within the general ledger. • Assist with the monthly close by posting journal entries, preparing accruals, and reconciling balance sheet accounts tied to cash, liabilities, receivables, and employee expenses. • Escalate unresolved reconciling items before close deadlines and help ensure missing or incomplete transactions are researched in a timely manner. • Compile schedules and supporting documentation for audit requests and contribute to accounting improvements, system-related initiatives, and other ad hoc projects.
2026-10-16T15:23:39Z

Staff Accountant

Jamaica, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
70000.00 - 80000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support daily accounting operations in Jamaica, New York. This position will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, managing transaction activity, and assisting with core month-end and account review processes. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with Yardi Voyager and can confidently handle a mix of payables, receivables, reconciliations, and general accounting assignments. Responsibilities: • Manage incoming and outgoing financial transactions by processing accounts payable and overseeing accounts receivable activity. • Prepare and review bank reconciliations to ensure cash activity is accurately recorded and discrepancies are resolved promptly. • Reconcile balance sheet and other assigned accounts to maintain reliable and up-to-date financial records. • Record journal entries and support general ledger accuracy through consistent documentation and review. • Assist with tax-related accounting tasks, including support for sales tax tracking and corporate tax reporting needs. • Contribute to recurring close activities and provide accounting support for special projects as business needs arise. • Utilize Yardi Voyager to maintain accounting data, generate records, and support day-to-day financial operations.
2026-10-09T13:33:43Z

Accounting Clerk

White Plains, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
55000.00 - 65000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to support day-to-day financial operations in White Plains, New York. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable handling a range of accounting activities with accuracy and professionalism. The position will contribute to reliable financial reporting, timely transaction processing, and strong recordkeeping across the accounting function. Responsibilities: • Process routine financial activity by entering and updating accounting records for payables, receivables, and general transactions. • Review account balances regularly, investigate inconsistencies, and help correct issues to maintain accurate financial data. • Assist with monthly and annual closing activities by preparing journal entries and completing balance sheet support schedules. • Organize and maintain invoices, receipts, and other financial documentation so records remain complete, accessible, and audit-ready. • Track assigned budget-to-actual differences and provide clear reporting on notable variances. • Work closely with colleagues to collect, verify, and prepare financial information needed for audits and standard reporting. • Apply current accounting standards and internal procedures to help ensure compliant and consistent financial practices.
2026-10-16T14:28:44Z

Sr. Accountant

Richmond Hill, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
75000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Yearly
An established, mission-driven nonprofit is seeking a Senior Accountant (Grants) to join its Finance team in a newly created role. This is an excellent opportunity for an accountant who wants true ownership and autonomy, with responsibility for managing a diverse portfolio of government, foundation, and privately funded grants from award through closeout. What You’ll Do<ul><li>Own a portfolio of grants from initial setup through reconciliation, reporting, reimbursement, and closeout.</li><li>Manage monthly accounting, budget-to-actuals, forecasting, and grant-related journal entries.</li><li>Monitor spending and proactively identify variances, funding risks, and compliance issues.</li><li>Ensure grant expenses are accurately recorded, properly supported, and compliant with funding requirements.</li><li>Partner with Finance and Program Leadership to provide financial insights and support decision-making.</li><li>Support grant budgets, audits, reporting, and year-end close, while helping improve processes and controls.</li></ul>Why This Role<ul><li>Make it your own: Step into a newly created senior-level position with real autonomy.</li><li>Own it end-to-end: Take full ownership of your grant portfolio from setup through closeout.</li><li>Get noticed: Gain meaningful visibility across Finance, Operations, and senior leadership.</li><li>Build your expertise: Deepen your experience across complex government and nonprofit funding.</li><li>Make an impact: Use your accounting expertise to support programs that genuinely improve lives.</li></ul>
2026-09-18T14:43:45Z

Sr. Accountant

New York, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
115000.00 - 145000.00 USD / Yearly
Senior Accountant | Elite NYC Family Office | Reporting to the ControllerI'm partnering with one of the most prestigious and sophisticated family offices in New York City to identify a Senior Accountant for a highly visible role reporting directly to the Controller, with exposure to the CFO.This is an exceptional opportunity to join a lean, high-performing finance team supporting a complex investment portfolio and multi-entity structure. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in partnership and investment accounting, thrive in a detail-oriented environment, and enjoy working across a diverse range of entities and transactions. As always, these are permanent, full time, fully benefited salaried positions (these are NOT temp, or temp to perm). They are located in Midtown,5 days in. Compensation is based on experience:The range is between $115k - $145k base + bonus + exceptional benefits! Key Responsibilities✅ Process and record K-1 allocations within the accounting system✅ Manage capital call activity, including calculating amounts due, preparing journal entries, and tracking investment activity✅ Prepare and support capital call and investment-related wire transfers✅ Maintain accurate general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and supporting schedules✅ Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes✅ Support investment and partnership accounting across multiple entities✅ Work closely with the Controller on financial reporting, cash management, and special projects✅ Navigate a high-volume environment with multiple legal entities, investment vehicles, and books Why This Opportunity?• Join one of New York City's most respected and exclusive family offices• Report directly to an experienced Controller and gain broad exposure across accounting, investments, and treasury• Work in a sophisticated environment managing complex investment structures and entities• High visibility within a collaborative and tightly knit finance team• Exposure to investment operations, cash management, partnership accounting, and strategic financial activitiesThis opportunity is ideal for an accountant coming from a family office, fund administrator, investment firm, private equity, hedge fund, wealth management, or partnership accounting background who is looking to deepen their investment accounting expertise in a world-class organization. Exceptional communications skills are required. A great dynamic personality and the ability to work along your fellow colleagues is crucial. He or she must be able to effectively collaborate with individuals both inside and outside the company. If you would like to be considered for this position, please email your resume in a word document to Kevin.Chin@Roberthalf
2026-09-28T16:04:30Z

Staff Accountant

Hicksville, NY
remote
Temporary / Contract
35.00 - 40.00 USD / Hourly
Job Title: Staff AccountantLocation: Hicksville, NYJob Type: TemporaryJob Description:Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant for a temporary opportunity in Hicksville, NY. This role is ideal for an accounting professional with experience supporting general accounting functions, reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close. The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare and post journal entries</li><li>Reconcile bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and general ledger activity</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Maintain and analyze financial records for accuracy and completeness</li><li>Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities as needed</li><li>Prepare account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Assist with financial reporting and internal documentation</li><li>Review transactions and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures</li><li>Work closely with other departments to support accounting operations</li><li>Perform ad hoc accounting and administrative tasks as assigned</li></ul>
2026-10-09T16:23:45Z

Staff Accountant

Fairfield, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
75000.00 - 95000.00 USD / Yearly
A specialized manufacturing and project-based organization in Fairfield, NJ is seeking a Staff Accountant to join its accounting team. The Staff Accountant will handle full-cycle accounting, month-end reporting, general ledger activity, job reconciliations, audit support, and accounting tied to large, multi-year projects. The ideal candidate will bring prior construction or project accounting experience, including exposure to WIP, percentage-of-completion and job costing, along with experience using Sage. Manufacturing or cost accounting experience is a plus. The role offers direct interaction with senior leadership and is a strong fit for either an earlier-career accountant or an experienced hands-on Senior Accountant who enjoys owning the work without needing a management title.
2026-09-29T00:53:45Z

235 results for Entry Level Accountant in Morristown, NJ