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11 results for Forensic Accountant in Rochester, NY

Accounting Specialist
  • Batavia, NY
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 47000 - 57000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to join a growing manufacturing organization in New York. This role focuses on managing customer invoicing, receivables, and account follow-up while supporting accurate financial operations across the business. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment in credit-related matters, and the ability to work effectively with internal teams in a fast-paced onsite environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and issue customer invoices, maintain receivable records, and help ensure timely and accurate billing activity.<br>• Partner with the Credit Manager to review customer accounts, support credit evaluations, and assist with onboarding new customers.<br>• Calculate and apply sales tax requirements correctly across transactions and customer invoices.<br>• Examine purchase orders and related documentation to verify billing accuracy and resolve discrepancies before invoicing.<br>• Manage collection efforts on outstanding balances through consistent follow-up and clear communication with customers.<br>• Post and reconcile incoming payments, including cash applications, to keep account records current and accurate.<br>• Use accounting systems and spreadsheets to track receivable activity, monitor aging, and support reporting needs.<br>• Assist with account maintenance and other receivables-related tasks that contribute to efficient daily accounting operations.
  • 2026-06-25T00:00:00Z
Accounting Specialist
  • Batavia, NY
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 52000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to join a manufacturing operation in New York. This position is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in day-to-day transactional accounting who is ready to expand into broader month-end and reporting responsibilities. The role supports core financial activities, helps maintain accurate records across the business, and partners with leadership to keep accounting processes organized and dependable.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage the full accounts payable cycle, including reviewing invoices, entering transactions, and preparing timely payments.<br>• Record financial activity in the general ledger and prepare journal entries to support accurate month-end reporting.<br>• Perform account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to ensure the integrity of financial records.<br>• Close completed jobs, verify related inventory balances, and help maintain accurate cost and stock information.<br>• Maintain fixed asset records, calculate depreciation, and support documentation related to asset accounting.<br>• Prepare tax-related entries and vendor 1099 documentation in coordination with corporate reporting deadlines.<br>• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, including financial statement support and ledger review.<br>• Provide backup support for payroll administration by compiling employee time and payroll data for submission to corporate.<br>• Help organize purchasing and accounting files, support audit requests, and contribute to cash flow activities such as billing, collections, and payment tracking.
  • 2026-06-25T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Geneva, NY
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 26 - 30 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting and tax activities for a Long-term Contract position based in Geneva, New York. This role is well suited for someone who can manage day-to-day financial tasks with accuracy while contributing to reporting, compliance, and account reconciliation efforts. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience in general ledger accounting, tax-related work, and financial systems such as ADP and Workday.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and record journal entries to maintain accurate and timely financial data across accounting periods.<br>• Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies to support the integrity of financial records.<br>• Assist with corporate tax activities, including gathering documentation and supporting tax return preparation.<br>• Manage sales tax processes by reviewing transactions, validating tax treatment, and helping ensure timely filings.<br>• Support month-end and year-end close activities through account analysis, documentation, and reporting assistance.<br>• Use accounting platforms, including ADP and Workday, to process financial information and maintain reliable records.<br>• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to provide accounting support, respond to inquiries, and improve reporting accuracy.
  • 2026-07-07T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Lyndonville, NY
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 65000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Kyle Clarke with Robert Half of Buffalo is working with a client who is looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join a growing organization in New York. In this role, you will help ensure the accuracy of financial reporting, oversee key accounting activities, and contribute to timely close cycles. This opportunity is ideal for someone with strong attention to detail who is comfortable managing reconciliations, supporting payroll-related processes, and maintaining compliance with established accounting standards and internal policies.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and post journal entries to maintain accurate and complete general ledger records.</p><p>• Perform detailed reconciliations for bank accounts and balance sheet accounts, researching and resolving discrepancies promptly.</p><p>• Support monthly and annual closing activities by reviewing financial data and helping finalize reporting on schedule.</p><p>• Maintain organized financial records and verify transactions to promote accuracy across accounting operations.</p><p>• Assist with payroll administration by reviewing related data and helping ensure timely and accurate processing.</p><p>• Monitor accounting activities for alignment with company procedures and applicable regulatory requirements.</p><p>• Work within the ERP system to update records, track transactions, and support efficient financial workflows.</p>
  • 2026-06-19T00:00:00Z
Fraud Specialist
  • Rochester, NY
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 21 - 22 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Fraud Specialist to support fraud prevention and case resolution efforts for a long-term contract opportunity in Rochester, New York. This position focuses on protecting the organization and its clients by reviewing suspicious activity, researching financial crime concerns, and coordinating timely responses with internal teams and external institutions. The ideal candidate will bring a detail-oriented approach to risk assessment, compliance, and client support while helping reduce financial exposure through thorough investigation and documentation.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Examine flagged clients and transactions to identify elevated risk, confirm patterns of suspicious behavior, and help stop potentially fraudulent activity before losses occur.<br>• Investigate reports involving check-related fraud, including altered or unauthorized items, and partner with business contacts to guide resolution steps and document outcomes.<br>• Support cases involving exposure of sensitive personal information by following regulatory requirements, coordinating appropriate next steps, and communicating available remediation options.<br>• Assess applicants or new clients who do not pass authentication checks by conducting research into legitimacy, financial standing, and potential risk indicators.<br>• Record fraud incidents accurately in centralized tracking tools to support reporting, pattern analysis, and information sharing across fraud prevention efforts.<br>• Work with financial institutions and internal stakeholders to assist with account restriction, fund recovery efforts, and other actions intended to limit losses.<br>• Provide practical guidance to clients and internal partners on fraud prevention measures, response procedures, and sound security practices.<br>• Compile case details and trend data for recurring reporting needs, helping the team monitor fraud activity and identify areas requiring additional controls.
  • 2026-07-08T00:00:00Z
Grant Accountant
  • Rochester, NY
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 24 - 28 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Grant Accountant to support financial oversight and reporting for grant-funded programs within a non-profit organization in Rochester, New York. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who can combine strong accounting knowledge with careful fund tracking and compliance awareness. The person in this role will help maintain accurate grant records, monitor restricted funding activity, and contribute to timely financial reporting for internal and external stakeholders.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the accounting activity for grant-funded programs, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and align with funding requirements.<br>• Track restricted funds and monitor balances to support proper fund administration and financial accountability.<br>• Prepare financial reports related to government grants, including supporting schedules and documentation for review.<br>• Reconcile grant accounts and analyze variances to help maintain reliable financial records and reporting accuracy.<br>• Manage net asset activity associated with grants and designated funding sources, ensuring balances are properly classified.<br>• Support grant budgeting, spending reviews, and fund utilization analysis to help program teams stay within award guidelines.<br>• Maintain complete financial documentation for grant compliance, audits, and reporting obligations.<br>• Use Abila MIP to process, review, and maintain accounting data tied to grants and fund activity.
  • 2026-07-08T00:00:00Z
Accounting Manager
  • Wolcott, NY
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 35.625 - 41.25 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to support a contract assignment based in Wolcott, New York. This Contract position will play a key role in strengthening day-to-day accounting operations, improving consistency across core financial processes, and providing hands-on leadership in a largely in-office environment. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to guide month-end activities, reconciliations, and audit-related preparation with confidence.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct month-end accounting activities, ensuring financial records are finalized accurately and within established deadlines.<br>• Maintain oversight of the general ledger and review entries to support complete and reliable financial reporting.<br>• Prepare and approve journal entries, account analyses, and supporting documentation for routine accounting transactions.<br>• Perform detailed account reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding balance issues promptly.<br>• Coordinate audit support by organizing financial schedules, responding to auditor requests, and validating supporting records.<br>• Evaluate current accounting procedures and recommend practical process improvements that strengthen control and consistency.<br>• Provide accounting guidance and operational oversight to help establish effective workflows and standard practices.<br>• Support a predominantly on-site team environment while managing records and documentation that rely heavily on paper-based files.
  • 2026-07-02T00:00:00Z
Accounting Clerk
  • Caledonia, NY
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 46000 - 58000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an organized Accounting Clerk to join a family-owned company in Caledonia, New York. This position supports the finance team through accurate transaction processing, account reconciliation, and close coordination with store leadership to resolve discrepancies. It is a strong fit for someone who enjoys detail-oriented work, is dependable in a fast-paced office, and is interested in building a longer-term path within accounting.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process a high volume of vehicle deal postings with accuracy, reviewing transaction details to ensure records are entered correctly in the accounting system.</p><p>• Compare deal documentation against system entries and investigate inconsistencies before finalizing postings.</p><p>• Work directly with store managers to clarify missing information and correct errors that affect financial records.</p><p>• Reconcile American Express activity by exporting data into Excel and recording appropriate entries in the internal accounting platform.</p><p>• Maintain organized documentation that supports daily accounting activities and enables efficient follow-up when issues arise.</p><p>• Assist the finance team with routine administrative and accounting tasks to keep department workflows running smoothly.</p><p>• Support evolving team needs as responsibilities expand, including opportunities to contribute to accounts payable functions over time.</p>
  • 2026-07-02T00:00:00Z
Accounting Clerk
  • Caledonia, NY
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 23 - 25 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to support day-to-day financial operations in Caledonia, New York. This contract position with permanent potential is ideal for someone who is organized, detail-focused, and comfortable handling a mix of payable, receivable, and data entry tasks. The person in this role will help maintain accurate records, process invoices efficiently, and contribute to smooth accounting workflows using QuickBooks and related systems.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage incoming invoices, verify details for accuracy, and prepare them for timely payment processing.<br>• Record and update accounts receivable transactions while helping track outstanding balances and incoming payments.<br>• Enter financial and vendor information into accounting systems with a high level of accuracy and consistency.<br>• Use QuickBooks to maintain organized records, post transactions, and support routine accounting activities.<br>• Review documentation for completeness and follow up on discrepancies to keep financial data current and reliable.<br>• Assist with invoice processing tasks and support ongoing improvements to administrative accounting procedures.
  • 2026-06-30T00:00:00Z
Bookkeeper
  • Rochester, NY
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 21 - 25 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>Bookkeeper</strong></p><p>Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support day-to-day accounting operations and help maintain accurate financial records. This role is responsible for processing accounts payable and receivable, reconciling accounts, managing invoices, assisting with payroll, and preparing routine financial reports. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, solid knowledge of accounting principles, and experience working with accounting software.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain accurate financial records and general ledger entries</li><li>Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions</li><li>Reconcile bank statements and accounts on a regular basis</li><li>Prepare and issue invoices and follow up on outstanding payments</li><li>Assist with payroll processing and related recordkeeping</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close activities</li><li>Generate financial reports and assist with budget tracking</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting procedures</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-07-08T00:00:00Z
Staff Accoutant
  • Rochester, NY
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 27 - 32 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half is partnering with a growing and well-established organization in the Rochester area to identify a <strong>Staff Accountant</strong>. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional looking to join a collaborative team with opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Prepare and post journal entries and maintain the general ledger.</li><li>Perform monthly bank and account reconciliations.</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close activities.</li><li>Analyze financial data and investigate account discrepancies.</li><li>Prepare financial reports and supporting schedules.</li><li>Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable as needed.</li><li>Support internal and external audits by providing requested documentation.</li><li>Maintain accurate accounting records and ensure compliance with company policies.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and efficiencies.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional departments to support business operations.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-07-07T00:00:00Z