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7 results for Senior Cost Accountant in Rochester, NY

Sr. Accountant

Rochester, NY
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Temporary to Hire
33.25 - 38.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a team in Rochester, New York in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting specialist who can manage core close activities, maintain accurate financial records, and support day-to-day general ledger operations. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced environment while helping ensure timely and reliable financial reporting. Responsibilities: • Lead key activities related to the monthly close process to support accurate and timely financial reporting. • Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation and alignment to accounting standards. • Maintain the integrity of the general ledger by reviewing account activity and resolving discrepancies. • Perform detailed account reconciliations and follow through on outstanding items to completion. • Complete bank reconciliations regularly to verify cash activity and investigate variances. • Analyze financial data and account balances to identify errors, trends, and areas requiring correction. • Partner with internal stakeholders to gather information needed for accounting entries and close deliverables.
2026-05-07T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant – Manufacturing

Rochester, NY
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 47 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a detail-oriented and results-driven Senior Accountant to support financial operations within a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining cost accounting integrity, and driving process improvements to enhance operational efficiency. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, hands-on manufacturing accounting experience, and the ability to partner cross-functionally with operations and leadership teams. Key Responsibilities Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP Lead month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis Manage and maintain cost accounting systems, including standard costing, inventory valuation, and cost of goods sold (COGS) analysis Analyze manufacturing variances (labor, material, overhead) and provide actionable insights to operations leadership Partner with production, supply chain, and procurement teams to ensure accurate cost tracking and inventory controls Oversee inventory accounting, including cycle counts, physical inventories, and reconciliation processes Support budgeting and forecasting processes, including cost modeling and margin analysis Identify and implement process improvements to streamline accounting operations and strengthen internal controls Assist with audits (internal and external) and ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements Mentor entry level accounting staff and contribute to team development as needed
2026-05-18T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Rochester, NY
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Temporary / Contract
27 - 31 USD / Hourly
Job Summary:We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our accounting team. This position is responsible for assisting with daily accounting operations, maintaining financial records, preparing reports, and supporting month-end and year-end closing processes. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, excellent attention to detail, and a solid understanding of accounting principles.
2026-05-22T00:00:00Z

Jr. Accountant

Pittsford, NY
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Temporary / Contract
25 - 27 USD / Hourly
Job Description: We are seeking a detail-oriented entry level Accountant for an onsite opportunity in Rochester, NY. This role is ideal for an early-career accounting detail oriented who is looking to build foundational experience in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. The entry level Accountant will support day-to-day accounting operations, assist with financial reporting, and help maintain accurate financial records.
2026-05-22T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

Rochester, NY
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Temporary / Contract
47 - 53 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Manager to join a commercial roofing organization on a Contract basis in Rochester, New York. This role will partner closely with the Controller to bring structure to a high-volume accounting workload, with a strong focus on project-based financial activity. The ideal candidate can step in quickly, work independently, and help stabilize core accounting processes while supporting timely and accurate reporting. Responsibilities: • Partner with the Controller to manage day-to-day accounting activities and provide experienced support across a growing workload. • Review and organize project-related financial records, including job setup, billing activity, and cost tracking, to improve accuracy and timeliness. • Maintain project budgets and monitor financial performance throughout the lifecycle of active construction jobs. • Lead key month-end close tasks such as preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and resolving general ledger discrepancies. • Produce revenue reporting using percentage-of-completion methods and ensure results align with project status and accounting standards. • Help reduce existing accounting backlogs by prioritizing overdue work and moving critical items to completion with minimal supervision. • Support financial reporting needs, audit readiness efforts, and the preparation of schedules tied to project and general accounting activity. • Provide coverage for essential accounting functions during a transition period and assist with continuity planning as staffing needs evolve.
2026-06-01T00:00:00Z

Accounting Clerk

Rochester, NY
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Temporary to Hire
22.1635 - 25.663 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to join a team in Rochester, New York in a Contract to Permanent position. This opportunity is well suited for someone who enjoys hands-on accounting work, adapts easily to different business environments, and wants to keep building practical experience across core financial processes. The role offers exposure to a range of day-to-day accounting activities while providing a path toward long-term career growth and stability. Responsibilities: • Process vendor invoices accurately and ensure payments are recorded and issued within established timelines. • Support customer billing and cash application activities by maintaining accurate accounts receivable records and resolving routine discrepancies. • Enter financial data into accounting systems with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail. • Assist with account reconciliations and help maintain reliable general ledger support documentation. • Review transactions for completeness and follow up with internal teams or external contacts when information is missing or unclear. • Use accounting platforms such as QuickBooks and similar systems to manage daily clerical accounting tasks efficiently. • Organize financial records and documentation to support reporting, audits, and month-end close activities.
2026-05-12T00:00:00Z

Accounting Clerk

Caledonia, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
46000 - 58000 USD / Yearly
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. Responsibilities:• Process a high volume of vehicle deal postings with accuracy, reviewing transaction details to ensure records are entered correctly in the accounting system.• Compare deal documentation against system entries and investigate inconsistencies before finalizing postings.• Work directly with store managers to clarify missing information and correct errors that affect financial records.• Reconcile American Express activity by exporting data into Excel and recording appropriate entries in the internal accounting platform.• Maintain organized documentation that supports daily accounting activities and enables efficient follow-up when issues arise.• Assist the finance team with routine administrative and accounting tasks to keep department workflows running smoothly.• Support evolving team needs as responsibilities expand, including opportunities to contribute to accounts payable functions over time.
2026-05-08T00:00:00Z