201 Results for Payroll Accountant Jobs in Paramus, NJ

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Payroll Tax Specialist

Marlboro, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
THIS OPPORTUNITY IS ON-SITE FOR 1-2 WEEKS AND FULLY REMOTE AFTER - need to be commutable to Monmouth County, NJ. We are looking for a Payroll Tax Specialist to support accurate and compliant payroll tax operations for a diverse client portfolio. This role focuses on tax filings, reconciliations, notice resolution, and record maintenance across federal, state, and local jurisdictions. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll tax knowledge, works well across teams, and contributes to continuous process improvement in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process payrolls for global client base.</li><li>Ensure timely deposits and filings of federal, state, and local tax liabilities across all applicable jurisdictions.</li><li>Prepare and file quarterly and annual unemployment tax returns.</li><li>Review payroll records to ensure accurate tax transaction recording and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.</li><li>Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual tax reconciliations to ensure filing accuracy; conduct more frequent audits as required by jurisdiction.</li><li>Complete W-2 reconciliations and process corrections as needed.</li><li>Investigate and resolve tax notices, penalties, and governmental inquiries.</li><li>Partner with Payroll teams to identify and resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Maintain accurate and up-to-date employer records within electronic record management systems (e.g., tax rates, registrations, etc.).</li><li>Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams.</li><li>Promote a positive, forward-thinking team culture and contribute to a collaborative work environment.</li><li>Identify, test, and implement process improvements to enhance departmental efficiency.</li><li>Collaborate closely with IT to optimize operations and expand automation capabilities within the Tax function.</li><li>Perform additional job-related duties as assigned.</li><li>Maintain awareness of and adherence to cybersecurity policies, procedures, and best practices, supporting a strong organizational security posture.</li></ul>Benefits:Medical/Dental/Vision401kPTO
2026-10-21T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Summit, NJ
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Temporary / Contract
23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations. This Contract position will manage end-to-end payroll processing across multiple states, helping ensure employees are paid correctly and in compliance with applicable regulations. The ideal candidate brings strong experience with payroll systems, careful attention to detail, and the ability to handle complex payroll activity in a fast-paced environment. Payroll Specialist Responsibilities:• Process full-cycle payroll for employees, ensuring pay is calculated accurately and delivered on schedule.• Administer multi-state payroll activities while maintaining compliance with varying tax, wage, and reporting requirements.• Use ADP Workforce Now to manage payroll records, review payroll data, and support routine payroll administration.• Audit earnings, deductions, taxes, and time-related inputs to identify discrepancies and resolve issues before payroll is finalized.• Respond to employee and internal payroll inquiries by researching issues and providing clear, timely resolutions.• Maintain payroll documentation and records in accordance with company policies and regulatory standards.• Support payroll-related updates, adjustments, and reconciliations as needed to ensure data integrity and reporting accuracy.
2026-10-27T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Stamford, CT
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Temporary / Contract
28 - 40 USD / Hourly
Job SummaryWe are hiring a Payroll Specialist to support payroll processing, employee record maintenance, and payroll-related compliance activities. This role is responsible for helping ensure timely and accurate payroll while responding to employee inquiries and supporting reporting needs. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, discreet, and able to manage confidential information professionally.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process payroll and review payroll data for accuracy</li><li>Maintain employee payroll records and updates</li><li>Assist with timekeeping review and payroll adjustments</li><li>Respond to employee questions related to payroll</li><li>Support payroll reconciliations and reporting</li><li>Help ensure compliance with internal policies and payroll procedures</li><li>Coordinate with internal teams on payroll-related matters</li><li>Assist with audits and year-end payroll activities</li></ul>
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

White Plains, NY
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Temporary / Contract
20 - 40 USD / Hourly
A growing retail organization in White Plains is seeking a detail-oriented Contract Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for a multi-location workforce. This position will be responsible for processing payroll accurately and on time, maintaining employee records, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. The ideal candidate has experience handling high-volume payroll in a retail or multi-site environment.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process weekly, biweekly, and semi-monthly payroll for hourly and salaried employees.</li><li>Review and audit timekeeping records to ensure accuracy.</li><li>Calculate overtime, bonuses, commissions, shift differentials, and deductions.</li><li>Maintain payroll records and employee information within the payroll system.</li><li>Resolve payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries.</li><li>Administer garnishments, wage attachments, and benefit deductions.</li><li>Reconcile payroll accounts and assist with month-end close activities.</li><li>Prepare payroll reports for management and finance teams.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.</li><li>Support year-end processing, including W-2 preparation and audits.</li></ul>
2026-10-20T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Hackensack, NJ
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Temporary to Hire
27.7115 - 32.087 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a healthcare organization in New Jersey in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This onsite role supports a high-volume payroll function for a large hourly workforce and is ideal for someone who is accurate, organized, and confident working with detailed payroll data. The position will play an important part in ensuring employees are paid correctly and on time while partnering closely with internal payroll leadership. Responsibilities: • Manage end-to-end biweekly payroll processing for approximately 500 hourly employees, ensuring timely and accurate pay distribution. • Review timekeeping records, validate hours worked, and resolve discrepancies before each payroll cycle is finalized. • Maintain payroll data in applicable systems and update employee records as needed to support accurate processing. • Use advanced Excel functions, including VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables, to reconcile payroll information and prepare reporting. • Partner with payroll and administrative team members to address employee pay questions and investigate payroll-related issues. • Ensure payroll activities align with applicable New Jersey wage and hour requirements and internal controls. • Support payroll operations within current timekeeping and payroll platforms, including exposure to payroll systems when applicable.
2026-10-27T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Roselle, NJ
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist in Union County, NJ. In this role you will be responsible for payroll processing, timekeeping, garnishments, and more! If you have 3+ years of experience as a Payroll Specialist and are looking to grow your career, this might be the opportunity for you! Responsibilities:• Process payroll from start to finish, ensuring all payments are completed accurately and within established deadlines.• Manage and resolve payroll discrepancies, including garnishments and adjustments.• Utilize timekeeping systems to track employee attendance and hours.• Assist with leave of absence administration and ensure compliance with company policies.• Leverage advanced Excel skills to analyze payroll data and prepare reports.
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Newburgh, NY
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Temporary / Contract
20 - 40 USD / Hourly
Our client, an established retail company, is seeking a Contract Payroll Specialist to join its payroll team. This position will support payroll operations across multiple retail locations, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time while maintaining compliance with company policies and employment regulations.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process payroll for hourly, salaried, and part-time employees.</li><li>Audit timecards and attendance records.</li><li>Ensure accurate calculation of overtime, holiday pay, commissions, and incentive pay.</li><li>Assist with payroll tax filings and compliance reporting.</li><li>Reconcile payroll-related accounts and deductions.</li><li>Maintain employee payroll files and confidential records.</li><li>Respond to employee payroll inquiries in a timely manner.</li><li>Assist with onboarding payroll setup and employee status changes.</li><li>Support month-end and year-end payroll reporting.</li><li>Participate in payroll audits and process improvements.</li></ul>
2026-10-20T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Manhasset, NY
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Temporary / Contract
25 - 30 USD / Hourly
Our client in Manhasset, New York is seeking a detail-oriented Part-Time Temporary Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations in a fast-paced environment. Based on general knowledge.This role is ideal for a professional with experience in payroll processing, payroll reporting, employee record maintenance, and payroll system administration, including the use of Accudata. Based on general knowledge.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process payroll accurately and on schedule using Accudata. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Maintain employee payroll records and ensure data accuracy and confidentiality. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Review timesheets, wage calculations, deductions, and payroll changes for completeness and accuracy. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Assist with payroll reporting, reconciliations, and recordkeeping. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Respond to employee payroll-related questions and help resolve discrepancies. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Support compliance with company policies and payroll procedures. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Partner with internal teams to ensure timely and accurate payroll processing. Based on general knowledge.</li></ul>
2026-10-27T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

New York, NY
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Temporary / Contract
31.6635 - 36.663 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support a large food service organization in New York. This long-term contract opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented payroll specialist who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and can manage complex payroll activities with accuracy. The role focuses on end-to-end payroll administration across multiple pay groups and jurisdictions, using Workday Payroll and Microsoft Excel to ensure timely and compliant processing. Responsibilities: • Manage complete payroll processing for large employee populations, including both hourly and salaried staff across weekly and bi-weekly pay cycles. • Review employee time records and approved timesheets to confirm accuracy, completeness, and compliance before each payroll run. • Process multi-state payroll transactions while applying applicable wage, tax, and deduction requirements across jurisdictions. • Use Workday Payroll to execute payroll activities, maintain records, and resolve processing issues efficiently. • Analyze payroll data in Microsoft Excel to reconcile discrepancies, validate calculations, and support reporting needs. • Investigate and correct payroll variances, including missing hours, pay adjustments, and deduction concerns, in a timely manner. • Partner with internal stakeholders to address payroll-related questions and ensure deadlines are met in a high-volume private company setting. • Maintain accurate payroll documentation and support audit readiness through organized recordkeeping and process adherence.
2026-10-22T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

New York, NY
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 40 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to support a focused payroll tax compliance initiative for a Long-term Contract assignment based in New York, New York. In this role, you will partner closely with payroll leadership to investigate tax discrepancies, address agency notices, and strengthen payroll tax processes across a multi-entity environment. This opportunity is ideal for a candidate who brings strong analytical skills, hands-on tax reconciliation experience, and a proactive approach to reducing future compliance exposure. Responsibilities: • Investigate and bring closure to payroll tax notices issued by federal, state, and local agencies. • Compare tax filings, remittances, and agency account balances to identify and correct discrepancies. • Analyze recurring compliance problems to determine underlying causes and recommend lasting solutions. • Communicate with tax authorities and external payroll partners to clarify issues and drive timely resolution. • Review quarterly and annual payroll tax forms, including Form 941, Form W-2, and applicable state and local filings, to confirm accuracy and completeness. • Create practical control recommendations and updated procedures designed to lower the risk of penalties and future agency inquiries. • Prepare clear reconciliation summaries, issue tracking updates, and documentation outlining corrective actions and process improvements. • Support on-site collaboration with the headquarters team at least three days per week. • Contribute to the development of a forward-looking payroll tax compliance framework for the organization and its subsidiaries.
2026-10-27T00:00:00Z

Payroll Clerk

Tarrytown, NY
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Temporary / Contract
20 - 25 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-focused Payroll Clerk to support payroll operations for a higher education organization in Tarrytown, New York. This Long-term Contract position will play an important role in preparing semi-monthly payroll, maintaining accurate records, and assisting departments with payroll-related reporting and time entry support. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with high-volume data, understands multi-jurisdiction payroll considerations, and can balance accuracy with deadlines in a collaborative environment. Responsibilities: • Process and maintain semi-monthly payroll activities for the assigned pay group while ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with applicable payroll regulations. • Review, update, and validate large volumes of payroll data to support consistent and error-free payroll administration. • Assist supervisors and department managers with online time entry records and help resolve timesheet discrepancies as needed. • Prepare payroll-related reports for Student Accounts and distribute information to departments to help track Federal Work Study funding. • Compile documentation and reporting for the Federal Work Study Program to support internal reviews and external audit requests. • Administer employee and dependent tuition remission records and provide guidance on taxable versus non-taxable benefit treatment. • Develop and maintain schedules outlining taxable tuition processing dates and corresponding amounts for payroll handling. • Partner with payroll leadership and team members on additional payroll assignments and cross-functional support as business needs require.
2026-10-20T00:00:00Z

Payroll Clerk

Saddle Brook, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll Clerk to support accurate and timely payroll operations in New York. This position plays an important role in ensuring employees are paid correctly while maintaining reliable payroll records and responding to payroll-related questions. The ideal candidate brings hands-on payroll experience, works well across departments, and is comfortable managing reporting and compliance tasks in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Administer weekly and biweekly payroll cycles for both union and non-union employees using Paycom, ensuring payments are completed on schedule. • Review and update employee payroll information to maintain complete, accurate, and current records. • Generate payroll reports and use system data to support routine processing, reconciliations, and decision-making. • Respond to questions from employees and field staff regarding pay, deductions, and payroll-related concerns in a timely and thorough manner. • Monitor payroll activity for compliance with wage regulations, tax withholdings, benefit deductions, and garnishment requirements. • Partner with accounting, human resources, and operations teams to resolve discrepancies and support smooth payroll administration. • Assist with internal and external payroll audits by preparing documentation and validating payroll data. • Help track payroll changes and identify issues that could affect accuracy, reporting, or regulatory compliance.
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Tax Accountant

Hazlet, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
110000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Tax Accountant to join a respected CPA firm in New Jersey. This position is ideal for an accounting specialist who can manage tax preparation work across multiple entity types while also supporting core financial reporting activities. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to a collaborative firm environment and join a team that values accuracy, client service, and strong technical accounting knowledge. Benefits: Medical / Dental/ Vison / PTO Responsibilities:• Prepare and review tax filings for individual and business clients, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely submission.• Compile and organize financial data needed to support tax reporting and ongoing accounting work.• Produce financial statements and related reports in accordance with firm standards and client needs.• Handle day-to-day tax accounting tasks, including reconciling records and maintaining supporting documentation.• Use QuickBooks to record, review, and manage client financial information for reporting and tax preparation purposes.• Work closely with internal team members to address client accounting questions and resolve discrepancies efficiently.
2026-10-08T00:00:00Z

Tax Accountant

Asbury Park, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
benefits:<ul><li>Paid Time Off (PTO)</li><li>Paid Holidays</li><li>Supportive work environment</li></ul>Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, trusts, and nonprofit organizations.</li><li>Review financial records and supporting documentation for accuracy and completeness.</li><li>Assist clients with tax compliance and filing requirements.</li><li>Conduct tax research and communicate findings to management and clients.</li><li>Identify tax-saving opportunities and assist with tax planning initiatives.</li></ul>
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Payroll Administrator

Farmingdale, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to support payroll and related HR operations for a retail organization in New York. This role is ideal for someone with strong payroll processing experience, advanced Excel capabilities, and a solid understanding of benefits and retirement administration. The successful candidate will help maintain accurate employee pay records, support compliance efforts, and contribute to smooth coordination across payroll, accounting, and HR activities. Responsibilities: • Process regular payroll cycles with accuracy and timeliness while maintaining complete and organized payroll records • Review employee pay data, deductions, tax withholdings, and benefit elections to ensure all payroll information is current and correct • Use advanced Excel functions to analyze payroll data, prepare reports, reconcile discrepancies, and support audits • Administer payroll activities within systems such as ADP Workforce Now, Ceridian, or similar platforms used for timekeeping and pay processing • Support 401(k) and benefits-related payroll tasks, including deductions, updates, and coordination with internal or external partners • Assist with reporting needs by generating payroll summaries and customized data outputs through tools such as Crystal Reports • Partner with accounting and human resources teams to resolve payroll issues, validate financial entries, and improve day-to-day processes • Participate in payroll audits and compliance reviews by verifying records and helping ensure adherence to company policies and applicable regulations
2026-10-05T00:00:00Z

Payroll Administrator

Melville, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
Construction Payroll Administrator, Melville, Long Island, NYAnna Parson at Robert Half is partnering with a rapidly growing construction organization seeking a Construction Payroll Administrator to join its collaborative and team-oriented environment. This Construction Payroll Administrator is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional who thrives in a fast-paced construction setting and enjoys working closely with field operations, project teams, and management.As the Construction Payroll Administrator, you will: <ul><li>Process full-cycle weekly payroll for 750+ union and non-union employees</li><li>Review, audit, and validate employee time records and job cost coding</li><li>Prepare and submit certified payroll reports for prevailing wage projects</li><li>Handle union reporting, deductions, remittances, and compliance requirements</li><li>Maintain payroll records and ensure adherence to federal, state, and local regulations</li><li>Partner with field managers and project teams to resolve payroll-related issues</li><li>Support audits, reconciliations, and payroll reporting as needed</li></ul>What's Offered<ul><li>Competitive compensation</li><li>Comprehensive benefits package</li><li>Collaborative and supportive leadership team</li><li>Stable, growing organization with continued expansion plans</li><li>Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a high-growth construction company</li></ul>Please contact Anna Parson at Robert Half for confidential consideration or Apply Now!
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Payroll Administrator

New York, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
95000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
Cutting Edge New York City based organization is currently seeking a Payroll Administrator to join their team! Responsibilities:• Administer end-to-end payroll processing for domestic and international employees.• Coordinate the ongoing administration of employee benefit programs, retirement plans, etc.• Lead payroll close activities by reconciling payroll results, reviewing journal entries, analyzing variances, and preparing payroll data for a smooth transfer into the general ledger and month-end reporting.• Serve as a contact for payroll operations by resolving employee and vendor issues, and ensuring timely remittance to employees, etc.
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Spring Valley, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 65000 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.
2026-10-13T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Stamford, CT
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 40 USD / Hourly
Job SummaryWe are looking for a Staff Accountant to support general accounting operations, financial reporting, and month-end close activities. This role will assist with reconciliations, journal entries, and maintaining accurate financial records. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, dependable, and eager to contribute to a collaborative accounting team. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Maintain general ledger accuracy and supporting documentation</li><li>Analyze account activity and investigate variances</li><li>Support financial reporting and internal reporting needs</li><li>Assist with fixed assets, accruals, and prepaid expenses</li><li>Help ensure compliance with company policies and accounting procedures</li><li>Support audit requests and special projects as needed</li><li> </li></ul>
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Danbury, CT
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a collaborative, fast-moving organization. This position supports a group of closely connected business and nonprofit entities, offering broad exposure to day-to-day accounting operations and month-end activities. The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys variety, takes initiative, and is comfortable managing core accounting responsibilities within a lean team environment. Responsibilities: • Manage accounts payable activities, ensuring invoices are processed accurately and payments are completed on schedule. • Oversee accounts receivable tasks, including billing support, cash application, and follow-up on outstanding balances. • Reconcile bank accounts, credit card statements, and other balance sheet accounts to maintain accurate financial records. • Prepare journal entries and assist with general ledger maintenance to support timely and accurate monthly close activities. • Monitor cash movement, record deposits, and help track liquidity needs across multiple related entities. • Support the monthly close process for several organizations, including preparation of schedules, allocations, and supporting documentation for reporting and budgeting. • Assist with intercompany accounting and maintain clear records for shared expenses, partner arrangements, and related transactions. • Contribute to additional accounting tasks as needed, which may include billing support, inventory-related tracking, and nonprofit financial reporting.
2026-10-14T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Fairfield, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 95000 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.
2026-09-29T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Tarrytown, NY
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations and financial reporting for a mission-driven organization in Tarrytown, New York. This Contract-to-Hire position will focus on maintaining accurate records, supporting close activities, and helping ensure compliance with accounting standards and funding requirements. The role works closely with finance leadership and contributes to audits, reconciliations, and analysis that support sound financial management. Responsibilities:• Assist with all areas of financial reporting (ex. month-end financials, UDS report, Medicaid and Medicare Cost reports, Federal Financial Reports, Managed Care and Visit Reports, etc.) • Assist with accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing activities, including account reconciliations and supporting schedules • Assist with the coordination of all audits including financial, Federal, State, and local agencies • Collaborate with Controller, Associate Director of Finance, and other department managers to support overall department goals and objectives • Respond to financial inquiries and special reporting requests from finance leadership, program management, auditors, vendors, and funding sources • Prepare daily cash summary, maintain monthly cash receipts journals for bank accounts • Prepares standard/recurring monthly journal entries into the General Ledger (revenue, receivables, accrued expenses, etc.) • Prepare and reconcile bank accounts, receivables, deferred revenue, accrued expenses, and other balance sheet accounts • Maintains fixed assets sub ledger, capital purchase detail, amortization, and depreciation schedules • Maintain spreadsheets and supporting schedules used to reconcile subsidiary records to the general ledger, perform account analysis and prepare audit workpapers • Reconcile inter-company accounts • Record and monitor program revenue and expenses by funding source, department, grant, contract, and restriction; and research variances from budget • Maintain documentation of program expenses and prepare timely, accurate vouchers, invoices, reimbursement requests, and billings to government and private funding sources • Monitor grant and contract expenditures for compliance with approved budgets, contractual requirements, and restricted-fund guidelines • Maintain accurate, organized accounting records in compliance with JCAHO standards, applicable city/state/federal laws, generally accepted accounting principles, internal controls, organizational policies, and record-retention requirements • Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting accuracy, internal controls, and operational efficiency • Performs other duties and special projects as assigned
2026-10-27T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

White Plains, NY
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Temporary / Contract
20 - 40 USD / Hourly
A growing construction company in White Plains is seeking a detail-oriented Contract Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations and project financial reporting. This contract opportunity will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month-end close activities, tracking job costs, and ensuring the financial integrity of multiple ongoing construction projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in the construction industry and be comfortable stepping into a fast-paced project environment.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare and post journal entries for month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close.</li><li>Perform bank, balance sheet, and general ledger account reconciliations.</li><li>Track and analyze project costs, budgets, and job profitability.</li><li>Assist with work-in-progress (WIP) reporting and construction revenue recognition.</li><li>Review subcontractor invoices, purchase orders, and change orders for accuracy.</li><li>Support AIA billing, progress billing, and retainage tracking.</li><li>Prepare financial statements and management reports.</li><li>Assist with audit requests and year-end tax preparation.</li><li>Partner with project managers to monitor project financial performance.</li><li>Maintain ERP and accounting system data integrity.</li></ul>
2026-10-20T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Newburgh, NY
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Temporary / Contract
20 - 40 USD / Hourly
Our client, a growing commercial construction company, is seeking a Contract Staff Accountant to support accounting and finance operations across multiple active projects. This position will focus on job cost accounting, project financial analysis, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities. The ideal candidate enjoys working in a deadline-driven environment and has prior experience supporting construction or engineering organizations.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process and reconcile project-related transactions.</li><li>Prepare monthly journal entries and account reconciliations.</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close activities.</li><li>Monitor project budgets and perform job cost analysis.</li><li>Assist with subcontractor billing, lien waivers, and vendor payments.</li><li>Maintain fixed asset schedules and depreciation records.</li><li>Reconcile retainage receivable and payable accounts.</li><li>Assist with cash flow forecasting and project reporting.</li><li>Prepare audit schedules and support annual audits.</li><li>Analyze variances between estimated and actual project costs.</li></ul>
2026-10-20T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Middlesex, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 95000 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.
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

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