<p><strong>Robert Half Permanent Placement</strong> is seeking a detail-oriented Project Accountant to support financial operations for a commercial HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical contractor in the <strong>Cheektowaga / Buffalo</strong> area. This role is responsible for project-level accounting, including payroll processing, accounts payable/receivable, and general accounting functions, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance across multiple active jobs. Starting salary is <strong>$55,000 - $60,000</strong> based on experience and includes a comprehensive benefits package.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities include but not limited to</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Process weekly payroll for 150+ employee timecards, ensuring accuracy and compliance </li><li>Assist with accounts payable including invoice entry, coding, and vendor payments </li><li>Assist with accounts receivable, including billing, collections, and cash application </li><li>Track and maintain job costs, budgets, and project financial reporting </li><li>Assist with month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting </li><li>Review and verify job-related expenses, subcontractor invoices, and change orders </li><li>Maintain accurate financial records and support audit requests as needed </li><li>Collaborate with project managers to ensure alignment on budgets and cost tracking </li><li>Utilize Excel for reporting, data analysis, and financial tracking </li></ul><p><br></p>
Kyle Clarke from Robert Half is partnering with a growing non-profit in Western New York that is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join their team. This role will participate in the day-to-day accounting operations, assist the Controller with reporting, and file quarterly sales tax returns. <br><br>The duties listed below represent the essential functions of the position. This list is not exhaustive, and additional duties may be assigned as needed. The incumbent may be required to perform other duties as assigned.<br>• Perform general ledger accounting, including preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, and analysis of account activity<br>• Manage intercompany accounting, including identifying and reconciling intercompany expenses, recording transactions, and reconciling intercompany accounts<br>• Assist the Controller with the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, as well as annual budgets<br>• Ensure compliance with internal accounting policies and procedures<br>• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations<br>• Maintain accurate records of fixed assets, including additions, disposals, and transfers; support annual audit requirements<br>• File quarterly sales tax returns<br>• Assist with preparation of IRS filings, including Forms 990, and 990-T (preferred experience)<br>• Ensure all financial practices adhere to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)<br>• Support the Controller and accounting leadership team with special projects and process improvement initiatives, as needed<br>• Perform other duties as assigned