We are looking for an entry-level accounting team member to join a non-profit organization in Newark, New Jersey. This Long-term Contract opportunity will provide hands-on support to the accounting team through daily financial recordkeeping, reconciliation activities, and audit documentation. The position is well suited for someone who is detail-oriented, comfortable working with QuickBooks and Excel, and eager to contribute to accurate and well-organized accounting operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Enter financial data into QuickBooks with a high degree of accuracy and keep accounting records organized for easy reference<br>• Review transactions against invoices, receipts, and other supporting documents to strengthen reconciliation and audit readiness<br>• Reconcile accounts regularly and investigate variances to help maintain reliable financial reporting<br>• Assist with preparing and organizing documentation needed for internal reviews and external audit requests<br>• Carry out accounting tasks in alignment with established accounting principles and organizational standards<br>• Update spreadsheets, trackers, and routine reports in Excel to support the accounting team’s daily workflow<br>• Contribute to accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, including recording entries and monitoring supporting records
<p>We are looking for an entry-level Tax Accountant in South Plainfield, NJ. In this role you will be responsible for preparing and filing tax returns, handling tax exemption forms, and more. If you are looking to grow your career, this might be the opportunity for you!</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Help prepare and file sales tax returns accurately and on schedule.</p><p>• Check exemption certificates and backup documents to make sure they are complete and meet requirements.</p><p>• Handle exemption form requests and keep records organized for audits.</p><p>• Use Excel to review tax information, fix differences, and monitor filings.</p><p>• Assist with daily tax and accounting work by reviewing transactions and looking into issues.</p><p>• Work with other departments to collect details needed for tax filings and records.</p><p>• Keep tax files up to date and support steady, accurate filing processes.</p>
<p>We are looking for an early-career accounting specialist to join a team in New Jersey. This long-term contract opportunity is well suited for someone with an accounting or finance background who wants to build hands-on experience across core financial operations. The position offers a primarily onsite schedule with one work-from-home day each week and exposure to day-to-day accounting processes in a collaborative environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Support daily accounting activities by preparing and posting routine journal entries with accuracy and timeliness.</p><p>• Assist with both accounts payable and accounts receivable tasks, including processing transactions and helping maintain organized financial records.</p><p>• Perform bank and general ledger reconciliations to identify discrepancies and ensure account balances are properly supported.</p><p>• Review financial data in Excel to help maintain complete, accurate, and current accounting information.</p><p>• Help track outstanding items, follow up on variances, and contribute to the resolution of accounting issues.</p><p>• Maintain documentation for transactions and reconciliations to support internal review and reporting needs.</p>
We are looking for an entry-level Project Accountant to join a consulting firm on a Contract position based in New York, New York. This hybrid opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys working with project financials, coordinating with multiple business teams, and supporting the full lifecycle of client engagements. The role will focus on project setup, budgeting, financial tracking, billing support, and closeout activities while helping maintain accurate and compliant accounting records.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Establish new projects in Oracle by reviewing contract details, entering financial data, and confirming budget and rate accuracy.<br>• Assist with pricing support, cost proposal preparation, and margin review to help ensure project financials are set up correctly from the start.<br>• Monitor project budgets over time, updating cost and revenue information as engagement details change.<br>• Track key financial components such as subcontractor spend, purchase orders, project costs, and recognized revenue.<br>• Examine subconsultant invoices and related backup to confirm charges are appropriate and aligned with project terms.<br>• Prepare and distribute financial reporting on labor performance, cost patterns, and overall project status to support decision-making.<br>• Partner with project managers and teams across Legal, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Billing, and Operations to provide forecasting updates and financial insight.<br>• Contribute to invoice preparation by gathering supporting documentation, assisting with adjustments, and helping align revenue recognition with project milestones.<br>• Complete project closeout activities by reconciling final budgets, validating ending costs, and supporting adherence to financial control requirements.
<p>We are looking for an Entry Level Financial Analyst in the Middlesex County, NJ area. This position will be onsite 5 days a week. A Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance is required. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Review alerts produced by transaction monitoring tools and examine account activity to identify patterns that may indicate unusual or potentially suspicious behavior.</p><p>• Evaluate customer transaction activity against expected profiles, researching variances and escalating concerns when activity does not align with normal behavior.</p><p>• Perform follow-up analysis on flagged payments or transfers, gathering supporting information to help determine whether activity is reasonable and properly supported.</p><p>• Partner with internal teams to obtain documentation and background details needed to support customer due diligence and enhanced review processes.</p><p>• Apply current regulatory and compliance guidelines in daily work to help ensure investigations are completed accurately and consistently.</p><p>• Collaborate with technology partners to improve the effectiveness of transaction monitoring rules, workflows, and system performance.</p>
<p>A leading global organization is seeking detail-oriented and technically capable professionals to support a large-scale financial data project. This role is well-suited for candidates with strong analytical skills and an interest in financial markets and data processing.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and maintain data processing templates within internal systems</li><li>Perform end-to-end testing to ensure data accuracy and integrity</li><li>Identify, investigate, and escalate data discrepancies or system issues</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support system updates and enhancements</li><li>Ensure a high level of accuracy and quality in all data-related tasks </li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Intermediate Accountant to join our manufacturing client's team in NE Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In this role, you will contribute to the financial operations of a dynamic manufacturing environment, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and maintaining accurate records. This position offers a unique opportunity to work on complex financial tasks while supporting multi-site operations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare, post, and review journal entries and accruals in alignment with established accounting procedures using SyteLine ERP and Excel-based schedules.</p><p>• Perform monthly and quarterly reconciliations for general ledger and balance sheet accounts, including U.S. and German bank accounts, ensuring accuracy and resolving discrepancies promptly.</p><p>• Manage intercompany, inter-site, and joint venture transactions by monitoring, reconciling, and addressing variances.</p><p>• Analyze daily and weekly operational and financial reports to identify accounting-related action items.</p><p>• Assist with monthly and year-end close processes, including the preparation of supporting schedules and detailed analysis.</p><p>• Handle Sales & Use Tax filings and other state tax submissions accurately and on time.</p><p>• Prepare and submit required reports for government census compliance.</p><p>• Support internal and external audits by providing ad-hoc accounting assistance and documentation.</p><p>• Train and mentor other accounting team members as needed to ensure consistent practices.</p><p>• Participate in company meetings, training sessions, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance departmental operations.</p>
<p>We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to support daily payables and receivables activities for our client in Penndel, PA. This Long-term Contract position is well suited for someone building a foundation in accounting and gaining practical exposure to core financial processes. The role offers the opportunity to work with routine transactions, maintain accurate records, and collaborate with leadership and external accounting partners in a detail-focused environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process vendor invoices, assign correct account codes, and prepare entries for timely payment.</p><p>• Assist with accounts receivable activities by recording incoming payments and helping keep customer balances current.</p><p>• Support ACH payments and check run preparation while helping ensure all disbursements are accurate and properly documented.</p><p>• Maintain organized financial records and update accounting documentation to support day-to-day bookkeeping activities.</p><p>• Review transaction details for accuracy, follow up on discrepancies, and help resolve payment or billing issues promptly.</p><p>• Work closely with managers and outside accounting professionals to provide information needed for reporting and reconciliation.</p><p>• Contribute to routine accounting tasks that strengthen accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across financial operations.</p>
<p>We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to support daily accounting operations and maintain accurate financial records. This role assists with accounts payable and receivable, data entry, reconciliations, and general administrative support within the accounting department.</p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processing</li><li>Enter invoices, payments, and journal entries into the accounting system</li><li>Perform account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Maintain organized and accurate financial records and documentation</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Assist with preparing reports and schedules for management</li><li>Respond to internal and external accounting-related inquiries</li><li>Provide general administrative support to the accounting team</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join our client's team in Southampton, Pennsylvania. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in accounts payable and receivable, who is eager to contribute to maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring smooth accounting operations. You will play a key role in processing invoices, reconciling accounts, and supporting various financial tasks.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process vendor invoices and ensure all necessary approvals are obtained before timely payments are made.</p><p>• Accurately review, code, and enter invoices and employee expense reports into the accounting system.</p><p>• Perform reconciliations of vendor statements and resolve any discrepancies efficiently.</p><p>• Generate accounts receivable invoices, record incoming payments, and assist with collection efforts for overdue accounts.</p><p>• Keep financial records well-organized and maintain a system that guarantees accuracy.</p><p>• Conduct regular bank and account reconciliations to ensure financial data consistency.</p><p>• Input financial transactions into the system with precision and verify the correctness of entries.</p><p>• Assist in preparing financial reports and contribute to month-end closing procedures.</p><p>• Address inquiries from vendors, customers, and internal staff regarding billing and payment matters.</p><p>• Provide support with other accounting and administrative tasks as needed.</p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk in Middlesex County, NJ. As an Accounting Clerk, you will be responsible for accounts receivable, accounts payable, collections, data entry and more. If you have 1+ years of accounting experience and are looking to grow your career, this might be the opportunity for you!</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes to ensure timely and accurate transactions.</p><p>• Code invoices and accounts appropriately for accurate financial reporting.</p><p>• Manage vendor communications to address inquiries and maintain strong relationships.</p><p>• Maintain and update weekly Excel logs to track financial activities.</p><p>• Support month-end and year-end close activities by preparing reports and verifying account balances.</p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join our team in Bensalem, Pennsylvania. In this role, you will play a key part in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting various accounting functions. This is an on-site position that offers an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and collaborative work environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage and process accounts payable and receivable transactions efficiently.<br>• Reconcile bank statements and assist in month-end and year-end financial closing activities.<br>• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including entries in the general ledger.<br>• Generate basic financial reports, such as balance sheets and income statements, to support decision-making.<br>• Assist in payroll processing and ensure accuracy in employee compensation records.<br>• Prepare rental agreements and coordinate equipment deliveries and returns.<br>• Ensure compliance with tax regulations by processing timely payments to government agencies.<br>• Provide general administrative support to the accounting team as needed.
<p>A client in Fairfield, NJ is currently hiring for a Staff Accountant. The Staff Accountant will be responsible for handling reconciliations, preparing journal entries, supporting monthly inventory reviews, and supporting monthly close activities.The ideal Staff Accountant will have a minimum of 2 years' experience, will have a strong grasp of debits and credits, and will be an Excel guru with an aptitude to adopt and integrate AI and other BI tools into the daily routine.</p>
<p>Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and hands-on Accountant to join their growing team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a high-volume environment and enjoys working across accounts payable, reconciliations, and financial reporting.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage high-volume accounts payable (AP) processing, including invoice review, coding, and payment execution </li><li>Perform monthly bank and account reconciliations with accuracy and timeliness </li><li>Prepare and support financial reporting, including variance analysis and schedules </li><li>Handle intra-fund/intercompany accounting, ensuring proper allocations and eliminations </li><li>Maintain and analyze large datasets using advanced Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, formulas) </li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close processes </li><li>Support audits and ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting policies </li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Robert Half has partnered with a global investment firm on their search for an Accountant who can manage the financial health of the firm. The responsibilities for this Accountant role consist of handling general accounting operations such as: assisting with accounts payable/receivable activities, reviewing general ledger accounts, monitoring financial regulations, preparing journal entries, reconciling 1099s, submitting subcontractor payments, assisting with project billing, and participating in the development and tracking of cost control. The ideal candidate for this role should have great problem-solving skills, excellent time-management and strong budgeting/forecasting abilities that will ensure revenue generation.</p><p><br></p><p>Everyday Responsibilities</p><p>· Support daily accounting functions</p><p>· Prepare journal entries</p><p>· Budgeting & Forecasting</p><p>· Monitor and analyze general ledger accounts</p><p>· Portfolio Management</p><p>· GAAP Compliance</p><p>· Prepare Loan Schedules</p><p>· Ad hoc special projects as requested</p>
<p><strong>Overview</strong></p><p>We are seeking a detail‑oriented and motivated Accountant to support day‑to‑day accounting operations and month‑end close activities. This role will play a key part in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting reporting needs, and ensuring compliance with internal controls and accounting standards.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with <strong>month‑end and year‑end close</strong>, including journal entries and account reconciliations</li><li>Prepare and reconcile <strong>balance sheet and income statement accounts</strong></li><li>Support <strong>accounts payable and accounts receivable</strong> processes as needed</li><li>Analyze variances and assist with financial reporting</li><li>Maintain ledgers and supporting schedules in accordance with GAAP</li><li>Assist with <strong>audit preparation</strong> and provide requested documentation</li><li>Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure accurate financial data</li><li>Support process improvements and special accounting projects</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an Accountant to support core accounting operations for a Long-term Contract position. This role will handle both payables and receivables activity, maintain accurate cash records, and help keep financial transactions organized across multiple entities and currencies. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment while collaborating closely with internal teams.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Apply incoming customer payments to outstanding invoices accurately across multiple entities and accounting records.</p><p>• Oversee day-to-day accounts payable processing, including reviewing vendor invoices, securing approvals, and preparing payments on schedule.</p><p>• Reconcile daily cash activity across bank accounts and investigate discrepancies to ensure complete and accurate reporting.</p><p>• Complete month-end bank reconciliations and maintain supporting documentation for multiple accounts.</p><p>• Enter vendor bills and manage bulk invoice uploads within NetSuite in a multi-entity, multi-currency environment.</p><p>• Prepare weekly payment runs for review and record completed disbursements in the accounting system.</p><p>• Support payroll administration by entering hours from manual time records and transferring reported time from vendor platforms into the internal timekeeping process.</p><p>• Respond promptly to questions from employees, payroll partners, and business units regarding financial records and payment activity.</p><p>• Review accounting work for accuracy, track open items, and follow through on outstanding actions to resolution.</p><p>• Partner with colleagues to research issues, resolve variances, and provide timely financial information when requested.</p>
We are looking for an Accountant to support grant-related financial operations for a Long-term Contract position based in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. This role focuses on maintaining accurate grant accounting, preparing financial reporting, and helping ensure funds are managed in accordance with sponsor guidelines. The ideal candidate will bring strong accounting fundamentals and experience working across receivables, payables, reconciliations, and general ledger activities in a deadline-driven environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Build and manage financial plans for grant-funded programs, including budget preparation, expense tracking, and periodic forecasting.<br>• Oversee grant income and spending activity to help ensure charges remain within approved funding limits and align with program objectives.<br>• Review aged receivables and follow up on outstanding grant reimbursements to support timely cash collection.<br>• Prepare funding requests, reimbursement draws, and billings for government agencies and other grant sponsors as required.<br>• Produce accurate financial statements and grant-specific reports for funders, leadership, and program teams within required deadlines.<br>• Maintain complete supporting documentation for grant transactions and preserve clear audit trails for review purposes.<br>• Partner with program leaders to interpret grant terms, monitor budget performance, and promote appropriate use of awarded funds.<br>• Record and reconcile grant-related accounting activity, including journal entries, bank reconciliations, and general ledger updates.<br>• Assist with audit preparation by organizing schedules, responding to financial inquiries, and supporting compliance reviews.<br>• Help strengthen internal financial controls that protect grant assets and support reliable recordkeeping.
<p>Job Summary</p><p>We are seeking a detail-oriented <strong>Accountant</strong> to support day-to-day accounting operations and month-end close activities. This role will focus on maintaining accurate financial records, reconciliations, and supporting reporting needs across the organization. The ideal candidate has a strong accounting foundation, is process-driven, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Prepare and maintain journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger activity</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Analyze financial data to ensure accuracy and compliance</li><li>Support preparation of financial statements and internal reports</li><li>Assist with audits and respond to auditor requests</li><li>Maintain documentation and ensure adherence to internal controls</li><li>Collaborate with internal departments to resolve accounting discrepancies</li><li>Support process improvements and accounting best practices</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Accountant to support accurate financial reporting and day-to-day accounting operations. This role will be responsible for general ledger activities, reconciliations, journal entries, and assisting with month-end and year-end close processes. The ideal candidate has a solid understanding of accounting principles and thrives in a collaborative, deadline-driven environment.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts</li><li>Prepare journal entries and support month-end and year-end close</li><li>Assist with financial statements and internal reporting</li><li>Perform bank, credit card, and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Support accounts payable and accounts receivable as needed</li><li>Analyze variances and investigate discrepancies</li><li>Assist with audits and provide supporting documentation</li><li>Ensure compliance with accounting policies and internal controls</li><li>Collaborate with internal departments to support financial accuracy</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Accountant to support development-related financial operations for a housing organization in Pennsylvania. This is a Contract, on-site contract position responsible for all aspects of development project accounting and serves as the primary accounting liaison to the Accounting Department, working closely with the CFO. The role includes preparation and maintenance of development sources and uses schedules, general ledger setup and reconciliation, and provide support during ERP conversion.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Development Cash Management</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee cash flow for all development project sources</li><li>Reconcile receivables and prepare monthly reports on advances and repayment schedules</li><li>Provide budget-to-actual reporting for Housing Development and Board review</li></ul><p><strong>Development Grants</strong></p><ul><li>Review grant spending requests</li><li>Process inter-co drawdowns and repayments</li><li>Ensure proper receipt and allocation of funds to meet project obligations</li></ul><p><strong>Audit Support</strong></p><ul><li>Provide trial balances and supporting documentation</li><li>Analyze capitalized costs and respond to auditor inquiries</li></ul><p><strong>General Accounting</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with general ledger close and account reconciliations as needed</li></ul><p><strong>External Coordination</strong></p><ul><li>Respond to inquiries from auditors, banks, partners, and other stakeholders</li><li>Provide technical accounting support and resolve complex issues</li></ul><p><strong>Financial Monitoring & Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Review transactions and expenditures for compliance with budgets</li><li>Analyze financial activity and ensure proper allocation of funds</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are seeking detail-oriented Financial Data Analysts to support data validation, quality assurance, and maintenance of financial datasets. This role requires strong attention to detail, the ability to follow structured processes, and consistency in executing defined workflows. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with large volumes of data while maintaining a high level of accuracy in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain and ensure the accuracy and completeness of assigned financial datasets</li><li>Review, validate, and update structured data based on established guidelines and procedures</li><li>Execute process-driven tasks with precision and consistency</li><li>Perform quality assurance checks to identify discrepancies or data issues</li><li>Document updates, findings, and exceptions clearly for tracking and audit purposes</li><li>Collaborate with team members to meet productivity and quality targets</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable specialist to support invoice processing, expense review, and financial analysis activities for a long-term contract opportunity. This role is well suited to someone with early-career accounting experience who can work carefully with financial records, apply policy guidelines consistently, and collaborate with internal stakeholders. The position will contribute to daily payables operations while also assisting with reporting, process documentation, and assigned special projects.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process vendor invoice vouchers by reviewing submissions for accuracy, completeness, and policy compliance before entering them into the organization's financial system.<br>• Examine corporate card activity and employee expense reimbursements, confirming that charges are properly documented and align with established procedures.<br>• Monitor the accounts payable inbox, retrieve submitted vouchers, and evaluate each item to determine whether it is appropriate for processing.<br>• Verify that invoice transactions meet three-way matching requirements by confirming alignment among purchase orders, receipts, and billed amounts.<br>• Prepare ad hoc analysis related to accounts payable activity and organize financial data to support departmental decision-making.<br>• Investigate outstanding or prior-period balances by using available records and coordinating with finance contacts and other internal teams.<br>• Contribute to the documentation and refinement of departmental procedures by recording current workflows and supporting updates to business processes.<br>• Review and validate accounting data for completeness and reasonableness in support of system-related data preparation activities, escalating issues promptly when needed.<br>• Support special assignments and additional finance-related tasks as directed by management.
<p>Our client is seeking an Accounting Associate to support a dynamic international operation. With teams operating across multiple regions, the firm brings together diverse expertise and perspectives to tackle some of the most pressing public health challenges. It’s a place where mission and impact are built into the day-to-day work.</p><p><br></p><p>In this role, you’ll provide hands-on financial analysis for the purpose of impacting strategic decisions across global programs. Your insights will help ensure resources are allocated effectively, ultimately supporting initiatives that make a tangible difference in communities around the world.</p><p><br></p><p>A little more about the organization…</p><p><br></p><p>This global consultancy works to expand access to life-saving healthcare. By strengthening health systems worldwide, the organization collaborates with partners across continents to shape policy, improve outcomes, and ensure more people have the chance to live healthy, thriving lives. Every project ties back to making quality healthcare more accessible, equitable, and effective on a global scale. </p><p><br></p><p>Headquartered in NYC, the firm offers flexibility, mobility, and excellent benefits, including a hybrid work schedule. If you are passionate about numbers, have a degree in accounting and are looking for a supportive, work environment, please apply today. </p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><p>• Maintain the general ledger, including entries for AP/AR, payroll, expenses, and accruals</p><p>• Allocate costs accurately across projects and grants based on budgets</p><p>• Support budgeting, cash flow tracking, and variance analysis</p><p>• Assist with month-end and year-end close, including reconciliations and reports</p><p>• Help with financial consolidation and overall performance analysis</p><p>• Process invoices, payments, and other AP/AR activities</p><p>• Support payroll and expense reporting</p><p>• Keep financial records and systems organized and up to date</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
We are partnering with a respected healthcare/non-profit organization seeking an Accounting detail oriented to support the finance team with cash posting, reconciliations, and accounts payable functions. This individual will play an important role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the organization’s mission-driven operations. <br> Responsibilities: Post daily cash receipts, donations, insurance payments, and other incoming funds Perform cash and account reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy Process accounts payable invoices and assist with vendor payments Maintain organized financial records and supporting documentation Utilize Excel to track transactions, prepare reports, and reconcile accounts Research and resolve payment discrepancies in a timely manner Assist with month-end close and other accounting projects as needed Collaborate with internal departments and external vendors to support smooth financial operations