154 Results for Payroll Accountant Jobs in Red Bank, NJ

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Payroll Accountant

Princeton, NJ
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Temporary to Hire
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Accountant to join our team in Princeton, NJ on a contract basis with the potential to become permanent. This position will manage payroll accounting activities from payroll execution through reconciliation and financial close, helping ensure accurate reporting and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical ability, hands-on payroll experience, and a disciplined approach to maintaining precise payroll records in a deadline-driven environment. Responsibilities:• Administer biweekly and monthly payroll cycles for employees across multiple sites, ensuring timely and accurate completion.• Examine payroll activity including compensation, deductions, taxes, benefit withholdings, and garnishments to confirm accuracy and resolve exceptions.• Reconcile payroll output to general ledger balances and research discrepancies to support clean financial records.• Prepare payroll-related journal entries, accruals, and account adjustments to support accurate accounting treatment.• Manage payroll balance sheet accounts and complete recurring reconciliations as part of the monthly close process.• Record payroll taxes, employee withholdings, and employer-paid liabilities correctly in accordance with accounting standards.• Contribute to month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities tied to payroll and compensation reporting.• Review payroll expense trends and explain variances to finance stakeholders when needed.• Collaborate with Human Resources and Finance teams to address payroll issues, improve data accuracy, and support audit requests with schedules and documentation.
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

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
2026-10-07T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

New York, NY
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Temporary to Hire
25 - 30 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to manage weekly pay activities for a busy banquet operation in New York, New York. This fully onsite role supports a high-volume hospitality team and is ideal for someone who is comfortable handling payroll for hourly staff, gratuity-related earnings, and attendance records with precision. This is a contract opportunity with the potential to become permanent, offering the chance to contribute in a fast-paced environment while partnering closely with banquet leadership to keep payroll accurate, timely, and aligned with event staffing. Responsibilities: • Administer weekly payroll for a large banquet workforce, ensuring employees are paid correctly and on schedule. • Audit payroll entries and make necessary corrections before final submission to reduce errors and delays. • Track payroll activity during the week, with concentrated processing responsibilities at the start of each workweek. • Compute and enter gratuity payments tied to banquet functions and confirm proper allocation to eligible staff. • Investigate payroll variances, reconcile discrepancies, and resolve compensation issues based on shifts and events worked. • Perform bank-related payroll reconciliations and complete supporting payroll utility tasks as needed. • Maintain accurate timekeeping and attendance information using Unifocus and related payroll systems. • Use Evention to support payroll processing, including event-based earnings and gratuity calculations. • Work closely with banquet management to match payroll records with staffing levels and event schedules. • Provide knowledge-sharing support during employee handoff periods to help maintain continuity in payroll operations.
2026-10-14T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-10-08T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Somerset, NJ
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Temporary / Contract
33.25 - 38.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for an organization in Somerset, New Jersey. This Contract position requires someone who can manage end-to-end payroll processing across multiple states while maintaining compliance and employee confidence. The ideal candidate brings strong experience with high-volume payroll environments and hands-on knowledge of UKG platforms. Responsibilities:• Process full-cycle payroll for a large employee population, ensuring wages, deductions, taxes, and adjustments are calculated correctly and delivered on schedule.• Administer payroll activity across multiple states while following applicable tax regulations, wage laws, and reporting requirements.• Use ADP Workforce Now, UKG Pro, and UKG Ready to enter, validate, reconcile, and maintain payroll data with a high level of accuracy.• Review timekeeping, earnings, garnishments, benefits, and other payroll inputs to identify discrepancies and resolve issues before payroll is finalized.• Prepare payroll reports, audit supporting records, and maintain documentation needed for internal controls and compliance reviews.• Respond to employee and management questions related to pay, deductions, and payroll records in a timely and courteous manner.• Partner with HR, finance, and related teams to ensure personnel changes, compensation updates, and tax information are reflected correctly in payroll systems
2026-09-18T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Fairfield, NJ
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Temporary to Hire
28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join our team in a contract-to-permanent role. This position is fully onsite Monday through Friday and is ideal for a payroll specialist who can manage recurring payroll activities with accuracy, discretion, and strong follow-through. The right candidate will support employees and managers with payroll and timekeeping questions while helping maintain smooth, compliant payroll operations. Responsibilities: • Manage biweekly and semi-monthly payroll processing from start to finish, ensuring employee pay is completed accurately and on schedule. • Investigate timekeeping discrepancies and partner with employees and supervisors to secure timely corrections and approvals. • Review payroll and time-entry records for new team members to confirm setup details are complete and properly entered in relevant systems. • Provide day-to-day guidance to staff and leadership on payroll procedures, taxes, and the use of payroll and timekeeping platforms. • Conduct detailed checks before and after payroll runs to identify issues early and reduce processing errors. • Prepare and distribute payroll, benefits, and audit-related reports as needed to support business and compliance needs. • Administer garnishments, tax levies, bonuses, commissions, and other special earnings with careful attention to deadlines and accuracy. • Support year-end payroll activities, including assistance with tax form preparation, reporting, and responses to audit requests.
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

College Point, NY
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Temporary / Contract
30.4 - 35.2 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join a healthcare organization on a contract basis. This position will support payroll operations for a large, multi-entity employee population and help ensure employees are paid accurately and on schedule. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with high-volume payroll processing, timekeeping review, and payroll reporting in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Process payroll for approximately 500 employees across multiple entities and work locations while maintaining accuracy and timeliness. • Review, validate, and resolve timekeeping records in ADP Workforce Now for a workforce that includes salaried, hourly, permanent, part-time, and per diem staff. • Assist with payroll submissions and prepare supporting reports to help monitor payroll activity and reconcile key data. • Contribute to payroll tax compliance activities and provide support for year-end payroll tasks and related documentation. • Work closely with the Payroll Specialist to help deliver consistent, accurate payroll results within established deadlines. • Support payroll data transfer efforts and assist with activities tied to an upcoming system implementation as needed.
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

New York, NY
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for a luxury retail organization in New York, New York. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can manage payroll activities for large groups of hourly employees across multiple states. The person in this role will work closely with a small payroll team, helping ensure timely and accurate pay processing while maintaining strong attention to detail. Responsibilities: • Process end-to-end payroll for hourly retail employees across assigned regions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company standards. • Review employee time records, identify discrepancies, and follow up with appropriate partners to resolve payroll issues before final submission. • Support multi-state payroll administration for a workforce of more than 500 employees. • Use ADP Workforce Now to maintain payroll data, process earnings and deductions, and assist with regular payroll cycles. • Partner with the payroll team to help meet deadlines and maintain smooth day-to-day payroll operations. • Prepare and validate payroll-related reports using advanced Excel functions and formulas. • Investigate payroll variances and help correct errors related to pay, hours worked, or employee records.
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Willingboro, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 93000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our team in Willingboro, New Jersey. In this role, you will handle payroll processing for a high volume of employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with tax regulations and company policies. This position also involves assisting with administrative tasks, reconciling benefit deductions, and maintaining employee records. Responsibilities: • Review and verify timesheets for accuracy before approval. • Process weekly payroll, including tax deductions, garnishments, and benefit withholdings. • Maintain and update employee records, ensuring all information is current and accurate. • Assist with tax reporting and compliance, ensuring adherence to legal requirements. • Provide administrative support to the payroll department as needed. • Handle garnishment processing and ensure proper documentation. • Review and process benefit invoices for payment. • Reconcile account discrepancies and respond to payroll-related inquiries. • Support vendor invoicing and ensure timely processing.
2026-10-09T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

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

Woodbridge, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
The benefits include healthcare, dental, and vision, flexible hours and closed on Fridays except for tax season. A specialized tax preparation firm in the Woodbridge area seeks a Tax Accountant to handle the review of individual (1040) tax returns. This opportunity is unique because the Tax Accountant can work flexible hours four days per week with Fridays off for nine months out of the year. The firm is closed on Fridays except for tax season. If you have a strong individual (1040) background, you qualify. Some corporate tax is ideal but not required. To apply email a resume in a Word format to Robert Half. Or call Rich Singer, CPA at 848-202-7970. Salary is open depending on experience.
2026-09-23T00:00:00Z

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

Wall, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
Benefits:<ul><li>401(k) </li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Referral program</li></ul>Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, partnerships, and corporations</li><li>Ensure accurate and timely tax filings in compliance with regulations</li><li>Perform tax research and stay current on changing tax laws</li><li>Assist with tax planning strategies and identify opportunities for savings</li><li>Prepare quarterly and annual tax provisions</li><li>Reconcile tax accounts and support financial reporting processes</li></ul>
2026-09-18T00:00:00Z

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

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

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

New York, NY
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Temporary / Contract
24 - 30 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.
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Melville, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 89000 USD / Yearly
Staff Accountant (Banking) | Melville, NYAnna Parson at Robert Half is partnering with a financial services organization in Melville, NY seeking a Staff Accountant with banking or credit union accounting department experience.As the Staff Accountant, you will: <ul><li>Prepare account reconciliations, including daily banking, investment and Federal Reserve account reconciliations</li><li>Support month-end close, general ledger activities, journal entries, and financial reporting</li><li>Research and resolve reconciling items and account discrepancies including fixed assets, prepaids and accruals</li><li>Assist with regulatory and internal reporting requirements</li><li>Maintain accurate financial records and support the Controller with ad hoc requests</li></ul>Seeking a Staff Accountant that loves the banking industry, has a strong accounting foundation and wants to be the lead on the team.For confidential consideration, contact Anna Parson at Robert Half.
2026-10-05T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

New York, NY
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Temporary to Hire
25.3365 - 29.337 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join an organization in New York, New York in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This role will support day-to-day accounting operations, maintain accurate financial records, and help produce timely reporting for leadership and external requirements. The ideal candidate brings hands-on accounting experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple financial priorities in a deadline-driven environment. Responsibilities: • Maintain the integrity of the general ledger by recording, reviewing, and organizing financial activity in accordance with established accounting practices. • Process vendor invoices and payments accurately, ensuring supporting documentation is complete and disbursements are made on schedule. • Prepare recurring monthly reports and year-end financial statements to support internal decision-making and external reporting obligations. • Reconcile bank activity and cash accounts on a routine basis, researching and resolving variances promptly. • Track spending against approved budgets and provide leadership with clear updates on financial performance and trends. • Support audit activities by gathering records, answering follow-up questions, and coordinating requested documentation for internal and external reviewers. • Complete required tax-related reporting and year-end payroll documentation, including W-2 preparation, while helping maintain compliance with applicable regulations. • Administer payroll processing and assist with financial oversight for the Scholarship Fund, including support connected to scholarship-related events.
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Bergen County, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a motivated Staff Accountant to join a growing cosmetics organization in Bergen County, New Jersey. This opportunity is well suited for a detail-oriented accounting candidate who wants to expand hands-on experience across core accounting functions while contributing to a collaborative team. The role offers exposure to daily accounting operations, financial close activities, and reporting support in a dynamic business environment. Responsibilities:• Contribute to monthly and annual closing processes by preparing supporting entries and ensuring deadlines are met.• Record journal entries and complete reconciliations to keep financial records accurate and current.• Review bank activity and balance sheet accounts regularly, resolving variances in a timely manner.• Provide day-to-day assistance with both accounts payable and accounts receivable activities as needed.• Help preserve the accuracy of the general ledger through careful review and consistent maintenance of account details.• Prepare schedules and supporting documentation used in internal financial reporting during period-end close.• Examine transaction activity, identify unusual items, and research discrepancies to support accurate reporting.• Assist with audit preparation and year-end documentation by gathering requested records and answering follow-up questions.• Take part in workflow enhancements and ad hoc accounting projects that improve efficiency and reporting quality.
2026-10-05T00:00:00Z

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

Staff Accountant

New York, NY
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Temporary / Contract
25.65 - 29.7 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a respected organization in the museum and arts space. This long-term contract opportunity is ideal for an accounting specialist who enjoys managing payment activity, maintaining accurate financial records, and supporting day-to-day finance operations in a collaborative environment. The role will contribute to artist and consignor payment processes, invoice handling, and general ledger activity while partnering closely with internal teams to keep information complete and current. Responsibilities: • Manage and update account records for artists and consignors tied to both primary and secondary market transactions, ensuring information remains accurate and up to date. • Review, code, and enter invoices into Microsoft Dynamics 365 with appropriate backup documentation and proper accounting treatment. • Maintain payment tracking files and financial schedules related to artist activity, keeping records organized and current for reporting purposes. • Oversee the shared inbox for artist payments by responding to questions, requesting missing details, and following through on outstanding items promptly. • Coordinate with internal departments to gather invoices, payment instructions, and supporting materials required for timely processing. • Prepare recurring payment journal entries for artist and consignor disbursements and ensure transactions are recorded correctly. • Assemble payment approval packages for amounts above signature limits, including all necessary documentation and supporting schedules. • Record general ledger entries associated with cost of sales, commissions, advisor fees, and other related transaction activity. • Assist senior accounting staff with commission calculations, payment analysis, reporting needs, and additional finance projects as assigned.
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

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