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Staff Accountant

Melville, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team. In this role, you will manage key financial processes and contribute to the accuracy and integrity of our accounting operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of corporate tax, sales tax, and general accounting principles. Responsibilities:• Prepare and review journal entries to ensure accurate recording of financial transactions.• Perform bank reconciliations to maintain precise financial records.• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes efficiently.• Maintain and update the general ledger, ensuring data accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.• Handle corporate tax returns and ensure timely submission in accordance with regulations.• Assess and calculate sales tax obligations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws.• Collaborate with team members to support month-end and year-end closing processes.• Conduct periodic audits of financial data to identify discrepancies and resolve issues.• Provide insights and recommendations to improve accounting practices and financial reporting.
2026-06-17T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Brooklyn, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
Job DescriptionAccountantDepartment: FinanceReports To: Executive LeadershipFLSA Status: ExemptPosition SummaryThe Accountant is responsible for overseeing day-to-day accounting operations, financial reporting, grant accounting, budgeting, audit support, and fiscal compliance across multiple funding sources. This role manages financial documentation, grant billing, reconciliations, budget tracking, accounts payable, and reporting tied to public and private funding. The Accountant partners closely with leadership to ensure financial accuracy, regulatory adherence, and effective fiscal management organization-wide.WKey ResponsibilitiesFinancial Management & Accounting<ul><li>Oversee daily accounting operations and maintain accurate financial records</li><li>Perform month-end and year-end close processes, including reconciliations</li><li>Prepare financial statements, reports, and supporting schedules</li><li>Monitor accounts receivable, expenditures, and revenue tracking</li><li>Process and reconcile vendor invoices and payments</li><li>Maintain organized financial documentation for audit readiness</li><li>Support payroll-related reporting and allocation tracking</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal financial policies and applicable regulations</li></ul>Grant Accounting & Budget Management<ul><li>Develop and manage grant budgets, including modifications and supporting schedules</li><li>Assist with budget preparation for grant proposals and pre-award submissions</li><li>Prepare and submit recurring grant billings and invoices</li><li>Ensure timely submission of financial reports through required funding portals</li><li>Monitor grant expenditures to ensure alignment with funding requirements</li><li>Prepare budget-to-actual and grant performance reports for leadership</li><li>Support contract compliance and funding requirement monitoring</li></ul>eAuditing & Compliance<ul><li>Coordinate and support internal and external audits</li><li>Prepare audit schedules, financial reports, and supporting documentation</li><li>Conduct internal financial reviews to identify discrepancies or compliance risks</li><li>Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and grant guidelines</li><li>Respond to audit inquiries and assist with corrective action plans</li></ul> Operational & Administrative Support<ul><li>Partner with leadership and program teams on financial planning and reporting</li><li>Assist with forecasting, budgeting, and operational financial analysis</li><li>Maintain allocation schedules tied to funding and staffing requirements</li><li>Support grant submissions, proposals, and funding applications</li><li>Participate in meetings and provide financial updates as needed</li><li>Perform additional duties to support organizational operations</li></ul>
2026-06-11T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Eatontown, NJ
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Temporary to Hire
30 - 40 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is partnering with a local client for a true contract to permanent opportunity with training provided for a staff/senior accounting blend. Ideal for someone who thrives in a hands-on accounting environment and is confident managing high-volume cash activity, payroll-related entries, and day-to-day bookkeeping functions. The role requires strong analytical ability, accuracy under pressure, and advanced Excel skills to support reliable financial operations. Responsibilities: • Count and reconcile large volumes of cash with a high degree of precision, ensuring all totals are verified and properly documented. • Maintain payroll-related records by reviewing timekeeping information and recording payroll activity accurately within the general ledger. • Process accounts payable transactions, including invoice entry, payment preparation, and check issuance in accordance with company procedures. • Support routine bookkeeping tasks across daily accounting operations to help maintain complete and organized financial records. • Prepare and post journal entries while monitoring the accuracy of revenue and expense classifications. • Manage general ledger activity by reviewing account balances, researching discrepancies, and assisting with corrections when needed. • Contribute to cash management and related reconciliations to support accurate reporting and internal financial control. • Use advanced Excel functions to analyze financial data, organize accounting records, and improve reporting efficiency.
2026-06-11T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Mount Kisco, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support daily accounting operations and essential HR administration for a permanent, on-site role in New York. This position works closely with finance and leadership to maintain accurate records, support month-end close activities, and help ensure smooth coordination with employees, families, vendors, and external partners. The ideal candidate brings strong general accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment. Responsibilities: • Maintain accurate financial records by posting journal entries and processing transactions across payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash receipts, credit cards, investments, fixed assets, and depreciation. • Manage tuition and related billing activities, including entering and updating account data, supporting registration-related payment setup, answering billing questions, and following up on overdue balances. • Prepare supporting schedules and submissions for applicable government funding, subsidy claims, and other receivables in a timely and accurate manner. • Administer employee-related processes such as benefits coordination, retirement plan support, payroll questions, tax and deduction follow-up, leave administration, and unemployment documentation. • Reconcile bank, investment, credit card, and other balance sheet accounts, and investigate variances, aging items, and unusual account activity. • Partner with internal teams to track and reconcile fundraising and donation-related financial activity, including contributed goods and event-based transactions. • Complete the monthly close within established deadlines and review financial results, budget-to-actual performance, and key account activity with finance leadership during the first week of each month. • Support the annual financial statement audit by organizing documentation, responding to requests, and coordinating with external auditors and internal stakeholders. • Contribute to special projects and additional accounting or administrative assignments as business needs arise.
2026-05-28T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Monmouth Junction, NJ
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Temporary to Hire
30 - 40 USD / Hourly
Our client is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join their growing accounting team. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an accounting detail oriented who enjoys working in a collaborative environment and contributing to the financial success of the organization. Responsibilities Prepare and post journal entries and maintain general ledger accounts Perform monthly, quarterly, and year-end account reconciliations Assist with month-end and year-end close processes Analyze financial data and investigate account variances Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed Prepare and maintain supporting schedules and financial reports Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and audit preparation Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards Participate in process improvement initiatives and special projects
2026-06-04T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

New York, NY
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Temporary to Hire
33.25 - 38.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a growing SaaS organization in New York, New York on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent position. This position will support core accounting operations, including close activities, reconciliations, journal entry preparation, and balance sheet management, while helping maintain accurate financial records. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger experience, sound accounting judgment, and the ability to work comfortably across tools such as QuickBooks and other finance platforms. Responsibilities: • Manage month-end accounting tasks by preparing entries, reviewing account activity, and helping ensure an accurate and timely close. • Reconcile bank accounts and other balance sheet accounts, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding items promptly. • Record and post journal entries related to accruals, amortization, fixed assets, and other routine accounting activities. • Maintain fixed asset schedules and support depreciation and amortization tracking in accordance with company policies. • Assist with payroll-related accounting by recording payroll entries and supporting related reconciliations. • Apply revenue recognition procedures to ensure financial activity is recorded in alignment with accounting standards and internal practices. • Support tax-related accounting needs, including matters connected to corporate and sales tax reporting. • Work within accounting systems and financial tools such as QuickBooks, Ramp, and Maxio to organize records and improve reporting accuracy.
2026-06-19T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Jericho, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Jericho, New York. This hybrid role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to financial operations within the real estate and property management industry. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting and a proven ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently. Responsibilities: • Prepare and review corporate tax filings, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. • Calculate and file sales tax reports accurately and on time. • Record journal entries and maintain the integrity of the general ledger. • Assist with the preparation of financial statements and reports. • Utilize MRI software to manage financial data and transactions effectively. • Conduct account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies. • Collaborate with other departments to support budgeting and forecasting processes. • Perform audits of financial documents to ensure compliance and accuracy. • Use Microsoft Excel to analyze financial data and create reports. • Maintain organized records and documentation for auditing purposes.
2026-06-12T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Jamaica, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 80000 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.
2026-06-09T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Secaucus, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
Global company in is looking for an experienced Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations for our team in Secaucus, New Jersey. This position plays an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, coordinating month-end close activities, and helping ensure timely reporting across key accounting functions. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger experience, sound judgment, and the ability to manage recurring processes while responding effectively to audit and operational needs. This role is hybrid and there is room for growth! Responsibilities:• Oversee recurring accounting activities that support an accurate and timely monthly and financial close process.• Prepare and post journal entries while maintaining supporting documentation and alignment with general ledger activity.• Complete account and bank reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding items promptly.• Support weekly accounts payable payment cycles and help ensure vendor obligations are processed accurately and on schedule.• Generate invoices for external customers and monitor billing records for completeness and accuracy.• Apply incoming cash receipts to customer accounts and reconcile payments against open balances.• Partner with internal stakeholders and external auditors by gathering documentation and responding to audit-related requests.• Super user in Sage Intacct for financial reporting, running reports, process improvements with in Sage Intacct
2026-06-18T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Melville, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
Staff Accountant, Melville, NY area Anna Parson at Robert Half is seeking a sharp, detail oriented, analytical Staff Accountant with a strong Accounting foundation, a desire to leverage AI and BI tools coupled with an Excellent Excel skills to join a fast-paced accounting team with a rapidly growing, progressive, tech focused Services client! As the Staff Accountant, you will work closely with the Controller to:<ul><li>Analyze and categorize financial transactions, including banking activities and expenditures, ensuring accurate books and records.</li><li>Assist in the monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycles while producing management reports that highlight financial trends.</li><li>Prepare journal entries and accounting workpapers to support the close.</li><li>Oversee key accounts payable functions and contribute to process improvements and special initiatives alongside the Controller.</li><li>Support annual planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes, and assist in the development of automated financial reporting tools.</li><li>Prepare management reports and variance analyses to support business strategy and potential investment activity.</li></ul>If you are detail-oriented Staff Accountant that enjoys a high tech, collaborative environment, contact Anna Parson at Robert Half to learn more or apply today!
2026-05-29T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Melville, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a dedicated Staff Accountant to join our team. In this role, you will handle a variety of financial and accounting tasks to support high net-worth clients. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment while contributing to key financial operations. Responsibilities:• Manage and oversee accounting tasks to accurately report on the financial status of ultra-high net-worth clients.• Handle accounts payable functions, including vendor coordination, invoice processing, and wire preparation for approval.• Develop and maintain cash flow plans, budgets, and forecasts for clients.• Generate timely and precise financial reports and analyses.• Conduct ad-hoc financial analyses and manage special projects as needed.• Administer payroll processes for client households.• Build and nurture collaborative relationships with internal service team members.• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and maintain high levels of confidentialit
2026-06-19T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

New York, NY
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Temporary / Contract
36.1 - 41.8 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to provide essential accounting support for a law firm in New York, New York during a team member’s leave of absence. This is a Contract position offering a hands-on opportunity to manage core financial operations in a collaborative, small-office environment with a hybrid schedule. The role will focus on maintaining accurate records, supporting day-to-day accounting activity, and assisting with reporting and financial requests as needed. Responsibilities: • Record and post journal entries while maintaining accuracy across the general ledger. • Manage daily cash application activities and reconcile incoming receipts to appropriate accounts. • Process vendor invoices, assign correct coding, and prepare payments in accordance with firm procedures. • Support billing and accounts receivable functions, including follow-up on outstanding balances when needed. • Administer payroll-related accounting tasks and help ensure timely and accurate employee reimbursements. • Assist with month-end close activities, including account reconciliations and preparation of supporting schedules. • Contribute to tax preparation by organizing financial data and assisting with required filings and documentation. • Provide support for budgeting, financial reporting, and special accounting requests from partners or clients as assigned. • Use Aderant Expert Sierra to complete accounting transactions and maintain financial records.
2026-06-19T00:00:00Z

Bank Teller

Linden, NJ
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Temporary / Contract
21.85 - 25.3 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a customer-focused Bank Teller to support daily member service operations in New Jersey. This Long-term Contract position offers consistent hours Monday through Friday, with an eight-hour schedule and an organized office environment. The person in this role will assist members with account-related needs, process financial transactions, and provide support across front-desk interactions and back-office service activities. Responsibilities: • Welcome members and visitors, provide a positive first impression, and direct them to the appropriate banking services. • Process routine teller transactions accurately while maintaining a high standard of service and compliance. • Assist with opening new accounts and guide members through required documentation and enrollment steps. • Update member records, including address changes and other account maintenance requests, with close attention to detail. • Support digital service activities by preparing and sending electronic documents through DocuSign. • Respond to member questions received through online service channels such as chat and web-based inquiries. • Balance time between lobby support, teller duties, and back-office customer service tasks to meet daily operational needs. • Help resolve member concerns efficiently while promoting a smooth and attentive service experience.
2026-06-16T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper Opportunities - Fairfield & Westchester County

Stamford, CT
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Bookkeeper to support organizations in Stamford, Connecticut with accurate financial records and dependable day-to-day accounting operations. This role offers the opportunity to contribute across a range of industries while partnering closely with business leaders and accounting professionals. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple accounting tasks in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Oversee daily bookkeeping activities to keep financial data current, organized, and accurate. • Process incoming invoices and outgoing payments while monitoring receivables and following up on outstanding balances. • Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and loan statements to ensure records align with supporting documentation. • Post journal entries and maintain the general ledger with a high level of accuracy and consistency. • Support monthly and annual closing procedures by preparing account analyses and resolving discrepancies. • Create financial reports such as income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow summaries for management review. • Assist with payroll administration, employee expense reimbursements, and related recordkeeping tasks. • Maintain up-to-date vendor and customer information and provide support for tax filings, 1099 preparation, and audit requests.
2026-06-09T00:00:00Z

Accounting Coordinator

New York, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounting Coordinator to support day-to-day financial operations for a team. This role is well suited to someone who enjoys working with numbers, maintaining accurate records, and helping keep accounting processes organized and on schedule. The position offers a hybrid schedule with three days onsite and is ideal for someone who can manage both payables and receivables with confidence. Responsibilities: • Manage the full cycle of invoice handling, including review, coding, entry, and timely processing for payment. • Maintain accounts receivable records by tracking incoming payments, applying cash accurately, and following up on outstanding balances as needed. • Enter financial data into accounting systems with a high level of accuracy and verify records for completeness and consistency. • Support routine accounting activities by reconciling transactions, researching discrepancies, and preparing documentation for review. • Use QuickBooks and Excel to organize reports, update account information, and monitor daily financial activity. • Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external vendors to resolve billing questions and payment issues efficiently.
2026-05-27T00:00:00Z