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Accountant - Entry Level

New York, NY
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Temporary / Contract
22.8 - 26.4 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Entry Level Accountant to provide hands-on support to the finance team during a busy tax season period. This long-term contract opportunity is well suited for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable handling a mix of accounting coordination and administrative tasks. The position offers exposure to day-to-day financial operations while working with internal partners and external contacts in a detail-oriented environment. Responsibilities: • Support tax season workflows by preparing documents, organizing financial information, and assisting the accounting team with time-sensitive tasks. • Distribute account statements to designated recipients with accuracy and care. • Reconcile credit card activity by reviewing transactions, identifying discrepancies, and helping maintain accurate records. • Enter accounting codes and update financial data to keep records complete, organized, and current. • Assist with accounts receivable processes, including tracking payments and handling related administrative follow-up. • Carry out a range of clerical and operational accounting duties to help maintain efficient daily finance operations.
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Accountant - Entry Level

West Hartford, CT
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Temporary / Contract
20.9 - 24.2 USD / Hourly
Are you looking to launch your accounting career in a hands-on role where you can learn and grow? We’re hiring an Entry-Level Accountant to support a busy finance team in a manufacturing environment in West Hartford, Connecticut.This long-term contract opportunity is a great fit for someone who is eager to build practical accounting experience and develop skills across invoicing, billing, cash application, reconciliations, and day-to-day financial operations. You’ll work with a supportive team that values accuracy, collaboration, and continuous learning. Responsibilities:• Process invoice information accurately and maintain timely entry of financial transactions into accounting records.• Support order-to-cash activities by assisting with customer billing, payment tracking, and related accounting updates.• Perform regular reconciliations for bank accounts and balance sheet accounts to identify and resolve discrepancies.• Assist with accounts receivable tasks, including reviewing outstanding balances and helping maintain accurate customer account records.• Contribute to accounts payable processing by verifying documentation and recording vendor-related transactions appropriately.• Prepare and post routine accounting entries to ensure financial data is complete and properly classified.• Investigate variances or mismatches in transactional records and work with internal teams to correct issues promptly.
2026-10-01T00:00:00Z

Accountant - Entry Level

Bethany, CT
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Temporary / Contract
22.5 - 24.63 USD / Hourly
Job Title: Part-Time Entry-Level Accountant Job Description:Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Part-Time Entry-Level Accountant to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career accounting professional looking to build hands-on experience in a supportive environment.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Assist with day-to-day accounting functions, including data entry and account reconciliations</li><li>Support accounts payable and accounts receivable processes</li><li>Prepare and maintain financial records and spreadsheets</li><li>Help process invoices, expense reports, and payments</li><li>Assist with month-end close activities</li><li>Maintain accurate and organized accounting documentation</li><li>Provide administrative support to the accounting and finance team as needed</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred</li><li>Strong attention to detail and organizational skills</li><li>Basic understanding of accounting principles</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications</li><li>Strong communication and problem-solving abilities</li><li>Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism</li><li>Prior internship or office experience is a plus, but not required</li></ul>Schedule:<ul><li>Part-time hours with flexibility based on business needs</li></ul>Benefits for Temporary Employees Include:<ul><li>Access to health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision options</li><li>Eligibility for retirement savings plans, where available</li><li>Paid holidays and/or sick time where applicable by law</li><li>Online training and professional development resources</li></ul>
2026-10-14T00:00:00Z

Entry Level Accountant

Stamford, CT
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Entry Level Accountant to join a growing wealth management firm in Stamford, Connecticut. This opportunity is well suited for someone at the entry level or in the early stages of their career who wants to strengthen foundational accounting skills in a collaborative environment. The person in this role will contribute to core accounting activities, support the monthly close process, and help maintain accurate financial information across the organization. Responsibilities: • Record routine journal entries and help keep the general ledger accurate and up to date. • Reconcile bank accounts and other balance sheet accounts by researching discrepancies and resolving variances. • Support month-end accounting activities by organizing financial data and assisting with closing tasks. • Process incoming and outgoing transactions related to accounts payable and accounts receivable with close attention to accuracy. • Prepare supporting schedules and assist in the development of internal financial reports. • Maintain organized accounting records and documentation to support daily operations and reporting needs. • Provide assistance during audit preparation and contribute to ad hoc assignments as business needs arise.
2026-09-17T00:00:00Z

Financial Analyst - Entry Level

Melville, NY
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Temporary / Contract
22 - 23 USD / Hourly
Recent Graduates Wanted – Temporary Finance Project Opportunity Location: Melville, NYDuration: 3–6 Months A major finance organization in Melville is seeking recent graduates for a temporary project expected to last 3 to 6 months. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience, build your technical skills, and work within a fast-paced professional environment.We are looking for motivated recent graduates with degrees in:<ul><li>Finance</li><li>Accounting</li><li>Economics</li><li>Data Analytics</li><li>Business</li><li>Or a related field</li></ul>
2026-10-13T00:00:00Z

Financial Analyst - Entry Level

Stamford, CT
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Temporary / Contract
24.7 - 28.6 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Financial Analyst to join a Product Services team for a financial services firm in Stamford, Connecticut on a Long-term Contract basis. This opportunity is well suited for someone who is eager to build hands-on experience across fund operations, financial reporting, and analytical support while working in a collaborative hybrid environment. The role offers broad exposure to mutual fund oversight, budgeting activities, regulatory review, and board reporting, making it an excellent fit for someone who communicates effectively, stays organized, and adapts quickly to changing priorities. Objective:Assume progressively complex responsibilities in across financial reporting, fund accounting, tax and valuation services in support of Product Services. The role requires strong financial analysis and accounting capabilities, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliverables within established deadlines. The individual will work closely with internal teams on business initiatives while building effective working relationships across the organization to analyze financial information, analyze and identify issues, and support a strong control environment across mutual funds, alternative investment products, and ETFs. Core Responsibilities:· Review and analyze regulatory and financial reporting filings, including monthly N-PORT, quarterly holdings, semi-annual and annual reports, for mutual funds, ETFs, and alternative investment products (e.g., private credit, private equity, interval and tender offer funds)· Collaborate with internal teams and external service providers to validate the accuracy and completeness of daily fund Net Asset Value (NAV) calculations· Support tax administration activities, including data review and validation, and support the preparation of the Fund’s monthly, quarterly, and annual distributions and year end tax reporting.· Perform valuation reviews and control checks to assess reasonableness, identify exceptions, and support timely issue resolution· Support ad hoc requests and projects related to alternative investment products including review of general partner notices, daily profit and loss reconciliations, tracking unfunded commitments and credit facility activity, etc.· Assist with asset and cash reconciliations, including investigation and resolution of reconciling items· Contribute to the preparation and maintenance of recurring internal and external fund reports· Support the preparation, analysis, and interpretation of key financial metrics and operational data· Participate in special projects and process improvement initiatives to strengthen controls, efficiency, and scalability• Work across multiple priorities in a hybrid setting, collaborating on site in Stamford, Connecticut Tuesday through Thursday and remotely on Monday and Friday
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Financial Analyst - Entry Level

Melville, NJ
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Temporary / Contract
22 - 23 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an entry-level Financial Analyst to join a financial services team in Melville, New York. This Long-term Contract opportunity is well suited for someone who is detail-oriented, analytical, and interested in supporting financial crime and transaction review activities within a regulated environment. In this role, you will examine transaction activity, research exceptions, and prepare clear case documentation while partnering with compliance, operations, and technology teams. The position offers hands-on exposure to investigative analysis, regulatory processes, and financial data review in a collaborative setting. Responsibilities:• Review alerts produced by transaction monitoring tools and evaluate account activity to identify behavior that may require additional scrutiny.• Compare customer transaction patterns with expected activity levels, assess irregularities, and escalate concerns when findings warrant further review.• Perform follow-up research on flagged transactions, gather supporting information, and evaluate whether activity appears reasonable and properly supported.• Prepare organized written summaries of investigative results so senior compliance personnel and, when necessary, regulatory reviewers can assess the case history.• Partner with internal teams to obtain documentation and background information needed to support customer due diligence and enhanced review requirements.• Apply current anti-money laundering and related compliance standards in daily work to help ensure investigations are completed in line with policy expectations.• Take part in ongoing training to remain informed about evolving regulatory obligations, monitoring practices, and industry compliance expectations.• Collaborate with technology partners to improve the effectiveness of transaction monitoring rules, reporting outputs, and alert quality.• Use financial systems and reporting tools to analyze data, identify trends, and support routine audit and control-related activities.
2026-10-14T00:00:00Z

Financial Analyst - Entry Level

Melville, NY
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Temporary / Contract
22 - 23 USD / Hourly
Recent Graduates Wanted – Temporary Finance Project Opportunity Location: Melville, NYDuration: 3–6 Months A major finance organization in Melville is seeking recent graduates for a temporary project expected to last 3 to 6 months. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience, build your technical skills, and work within a fast-paced professional environment. We are looking for motivated recent graduates with degrees in:<ul><li>Finance</li><li>Accounting</li><li>Economics</li><li>Data Analytics</li><li>Business</li><li>Or a related field</li></ul>
2026-10-13T00:00:00Z

Financial Analyst - Entry Level

Melville, NY
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Temporary / Contract
22 - 23 USD / Hourly
Recent Graduates Wanted – Temporary Finance Project Opportunity Location: Melville, NYDuration: 3–6 Months A major finance organization in Melville is seeking recent graduates for a temporary project expected to last 3 to 6 months. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience, build your technical skills, and work within a fast-paced professional environment.We are looking for motivated recent graduates with degrees in:<ul><li>Finance</li><li>Accounting</li><li>Economics</li><li>Data Analytics</li><li>Business</li><li>Or a related field</li></ul>
2026-10-14T00:00:00Z

Accounting Clerk

White Plains, NY
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Temporary / Contract
20 - 25 USD / Hourly
About the RoleWe are seeking a detail‑oriented Accounting Clerk to join our team on a contract basis. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills, a high level of accuracy, and the ability to quickly step in and support day‑to‑day accounting operations in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment. This role will assist with transactional accounting tasks, ensuring financial data is accurate, up to date, and properly documented. Key Responsibilities• Process and record daily financial transactions, including accounts payable and accounts receivable activity.• Assist with data entry, invoice processing, and payment posting with a high degree of accuracy.• Reconcile bank statements and support account reconciliations.• Maintain organized and accurate financial records and documentation.• Respond to internal and external inquiries related to billing, payments, and account activity.• Assist with month‑end close tasks, including preparing schedules and supporting documentation.• Support the accounting team with administrative and transactional tasks during peak periods.
2026-09-28T00:00:00Z

Accounting Clerk

Oyster Bay, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
Accounting Clerk,Accounts Payable (AP),Accounts Receivable (AR),QuickBooks,Data Entry,Invoice Pro
2026-10-01T00:00:00Z

Accounting Clerk

White Plains, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to support day-to-day financial operations in White Plains, New York. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable handling a range of accounting activities with accuracy and professionalism. The position will contribute to reliable financial reporting, timely transaction processing, and strong recordkeeping across the accounting function. Responsibilities: • Process routine financial activity by entering and updating accounting records for payables, receivables, and general transactions. • Review account balances regularly, investigate inconsistencies, and help correct issues to maintain accurate financial data. • Assist with monthly and annual closing activities by preparing journal entries and completing balance sheet support schedules. • Organize and maintain invoices, receipts, and other financial documentation so records remain complete, accessible, and audit-ready. • Track assigned budget-to-actual differences and provide clear reporting on notable variances. • Work closely with colleagues to collect, verify, and prepare financial information needed for audits and standard reporting. • Apply current accounting standards and internal procedures to help ensure compliant and consistent financial practices.
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Accounting Clerk

Newburgh, NY
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Temporary / Contract
20 - 25 USD / Hourly
About the RoleWe are seeking a detail‑oriented Accounting Clerk to join our team on a contract basis. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills, a high level of accuracy, and the ability to quickly step in and support day‑to‑day accounting operations in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment. This role will assist with transactional accounting tasks, ensuring financial data is accurate, up to date, and properly documented. Key Responsibilities• Process and record daily financial transactions, including accounts payable and accounts receivable activity.• Assist with data entry, invoice processing, and payment posting with a high degree of accuracy.• Reconcile bank statements and support account reconciliations.• Maintain organized and accurate financial records and documentation.• Respond to internal and external inquiries related to billing, payments, and account activity.• Assist with month‑end close tasks, including preparing schedules and supporting documentation.• Support the accounting team with administrative and transactional tasks during peak periods.
2026-09-28T00:00:00Z

Accounting Clerk

Tarrytown, NY
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Temporary / Contract
20 - 25 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to join a manufacturing team in Tarrytown, New York. This is a Long-term Contract position that offers the opportunity to build hands-on experience across payables, bookkeeping, reconciliations, and accounting support in a fully onsite environment. The right candidate will enjoy detail-focused work, stay organized while handling a steady volume of transactions, and collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to keep financial records accurate and current. Responsibilities: • Process invoices and support day-to-day accounts payable activities with careful attention to accuracy and timeliness. • Enter, review, and validate financial data by matching invoices to the correct customer or account records. • Assist with bookkeeping tasks, including maintaining organized documentation and updating accounting records. • Perform account reconciliations and help resolve discrepancies through manual review and follow-up. • Prepare and submit required statutory and state-related filings through applicable online portals. • Use Bill.com to support manual payable workflows and ensure items move through approval steps efficiently. • Partner with approvers and leadership to help maintain smooth processing and dependable financial reporting support. • Contribute to general accounting administrative work and assist with additional finance-related tasks as needed.
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Accountant

Stamford, CT
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a growing team in Stamford, Connecticut. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced accounting environment and can manage a large invoice workload with accuracy and consistency. The role focuses on supporting day-to-day payables activity, maintaining organized financial records, and helping ensure timely vendor payments across multiple payment methods, including foreign currency transactions. Responsibilities: • Review, code, and enter a high volume of vendor invoices while maintaining strong attention to detail and proper account classification. • Process weekly payment activity through multiple methods, including checks, wire transfers, and other approved payment channels. • Reconcile payable records and vendor balances to help ensure accurate transactions and timely issue resolution. • Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors to address invoice discrepancies, payment questions, and supporting documentation needs. • Monitor invoice flow and payment schedules to keep obligations current and aligned with company procedures. • Maintain organized accounts payable files and supporting records for reporting, audit readiness, and ongoing reference. • Assist with transactions involving foreign currencies and help ensure payments are completed accurately in accordance with vendor requirements.
2026-09-18T00:00:00Z

Accountant 3 (5-7 years)

New York, NY
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Temporary / Contract
40 - 45 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced accounting specialist to support the full financial operations of a commercial property. This Long-term Contract position is fully onsite, Monday through Friday, and will work closely with the building office, tenants, and vendors to keep accounting activities accurate, timely, and well organized. The role is ideal for someone with a background in real estate accounting who can manage day-to-day property finances while contributing to reporting, budget review, and project-related accounting needs. Responsibilities: • Oversee day-to-day accounting activities for the assigned property, including payables, receivables, and maintenance of complete financial records. • Prepare monthly and periodic financial reports, reviewing transactions and balances to ensure accuracy and compliance with reporting standards. • Partner with the onsite property team to support budgeting, cost tracking, and variance analysis against planned expenditures. • Review lease-related financial details to confirm proper billing, revenue recognition, and alignment with property agreements. • Communicate with vendors and tenants to resolve payment questions, reconcile account activity, and address financial discrepancies promptly. • Maintain and improve accounting documentation, recordkeeping practices, and internal financial controls for property operations. • Assist with tax-related financial data, audit support, and other compliance-driven accounting responsibilities as required. • Contribute to project accounting efforts by tracking property improvement costs, monitoring financial impacts, and supporting ad hoc analysis. • Utilize accounting systems and reporting tools, including Yardi when applicable, to manage property financial information efficiently.
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Accounting Analyst

Bronx, NY
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Temporary / Contract
28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Analyst to support core financial operations for a long-term contract opportunity based in Bronx, New York. This role is suited to someone who can manage daily accounting activity with accuracy while partnering with internal stakeholders to keep billing, receivables, and payables on track. The ideal candidate brings a strong grasp of reconciliations and transactional accounting, along with the ability to maintain organized records and resolve discrepancies efficiently. Responsibilities: • Process invoices, payment requests, and related accounts payable activity while ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and on time. • Monitor incoming payments and support accounts receivable follow-up to help maintain current and well-documented customer balances. • Prepare and review billing transactions, confirming charges are complete, properly supported, and aligned with established procedures. • Reconcile account balances and investigate variances by researching supporting records and coordinating with relevant teams. • Maintain accounting documentation and transaction data in an organized manner to support reporting, audits, and routine financial review. • Assist with day-to-day accounting operations by updating records, verifying entries, and helping ensure the integrity of financial information. • Communicate with internal departments and external contacts to resolve invoice, payment, and account-related issues in a timely manner.
2026-10-14T00:00:00Z

Accounting Specialist

Torrington, CT
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Permanent / Full Time
50000 - 72000 USD / Yearly
Accounting Specialist or Bookkeeper Torrington, CT- HybridContact: Brittany Rizzo / [email protected]Reference ID: BR0013512863Salary range of $50,000-$72,000. Company offers benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k and paid time off. Our client is seeking an experienced Accounting Specialist to join their accounting team. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting professional who enjoys working across multiple areas of accounting and is comfortable taking ownership of day-to-day accounting responsibilities. Responsibilities<ul><li>Handle full cycle Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) processes</li><li>Prepare and post journal entries</li><li>Perform monthly and ongoing account reconciliations</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities</li><li>Research and resolve accounting discrepancies</li><li>Assist with account analysis</li><li>Review transactions for accuracy and proper coding</li><li>Maintain accurate and organized accounting records</li><li>Assist with general ledger activities and account maintenance</li><li>Prepare various accounting reports and schedules</li><li>Support the accounting team with special projects and other duties as needed</li></ul>
2026-10-01T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

New York, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
Growing Midtown firm is currently seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a finance team in New York, New York. This role supports accurate and timely payment operations by managing invoice workflows, maintaining vendor account records, and assisting with core accounting activities. Responsibilities:• Manage the full invoice intake process by reviewing submissions, entering data accurately, filing records, and validating supporting documents against purchase orders and receipts.• Track open purchase order balances and follow up with internal teams or vendors to clear unresolved items in a timely manner.• Post payable-related entries to journals, ledgers, and other accounting documentation with a high level of accuracy.• Maintain vendor accounts by monitoring payment status, reconciling activity, and addressing past-due or unmatched transactions.• Investigate invoice discrepancies, pricing differences, and purchase order variances, then coordinate resolution with the appropriate stakeholders.• Contribute to month-end close, weekly bank reconciliations, audit support, travel and expense card reconciliation, and provide backup coverage for related accounts payable functions.
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Hauppauge, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a steel manufacturing organization in Hauppauge, New York. This position is ideal for an accounting specialist who can manage high invoice volume, maintain accurate purchasing records, and coordinate effectively with vendors and internal teams. The role plays an important part in supporting timely payments, purchase order administration, and month-end accounting activities. Responsibilities: • Manage a steady weekly flow of vendor invoices, ensuring each item is reviewed, coded correctly, and entered with a high degree of accuracy. • Examine invoices for pricing accuracy, proper account allocation, approval status, purchase order alignment, and complete backup documentation before processing. • Prepare, update, and void purchase orders as needed while maintaining organized records tied to materials, receipts, delivery confirmations, and project-related spending. • Act as the main point of contact for suppliers to resolve billing issues, obtain revised paperwork, clarify pricing differences, and monitor order-related questions. • Confirm that required insurance documentation has been received and recorded before issuing purchase orders connected to labor-based services. • Gather and reconcile delivery tickets, packing information, and related purchasing documents submitted by field personnel and property management teams. • Produce and maintain purchasing and accounts payable reports that track invoice progress and summarize activity on a daily, monthly, and annual basis. • Assist with payment processing by preparing checks for approval, coordinating distribution, and keeping both electronic and paper files well organized. • Contribute to month-end close by supporting reconciliations, reviewing accruals, and completing other accounts payable accounting tasks as assigned.
2026-10-09T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

White Plains, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a finance team in White Plains, New York. This position is responsible for supporting timely and accurate payment operations, maintaining organized financial records, and helping ensure compliance with internal accounting standards. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment when reviewing financial documents, and the ability to communicate effectively with vendors and internal stakeholders. Responsibilities: • Review incoming invoices for completeness, accuracy, and proper authorization before entering them into the accounting system. • Prepare and process payments through approved methods, ensuring vendors are paid according to established terms and deadlines. • Examine employee expense submissions to confirm adherence to company guidelines and coordinate prompt reimbursement when approved. • Respond to vendor questions regarding invoice status, payment timing, and account details while helping resolve discrepancies efficiently. • Maintain accurate accounts payable files and update financial records to support audit readiness and reliable reporting. • Assist with account reconciliations and month-end activities by organizing payable data and contributing to closing reports. • Monitor daily payable workflows, identify process gaps, and recommend practical improvements that increase accuracy and efficiency.
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Danbury, CT
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a collaborative, fast-moving organization. This position supports a group of closely connected business and nonprofit entities, offering broad exposure to day-to-day accounting operations and month-end activities. The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys variety, takes initiative, and is comfortable managing core accounting responsibilities within a lean team environment. Responsibilities: • Manage accounts payable activities, ensuring invoices are processed accurately and payments are completed on schedule. • Oversee accounts receivable tasks, including billing support, cash application, and follow-up on outstanding balances. • Reconcile bank accounts, credit card statements, and other balance sheet accounts to maintain accurate financial records. • Prepare journal entries and assist with general ledger maintenance to support timely and accurate monthly close activities. • Monitor cash movement, record deposits, and help track liquidity needs across multiple related entities. • Support the monthly close process for several organizations, including preparation of schedules, allocations, and supporting documentation for reporting and budgeting. • Assist with intercompany accounting and maintain clear records for shared expenses, partner arrangements, and related transactions. • Contribute to additional accounting tasks as needed, which may include billing support, inventory-related tracking, and nonprofit financial reporting.
2026-10-14T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Spring Valley, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support the accuracy and efficiency of day-to-day financial operations in Spring Valley, New York. This position plays a key role in maintaining reliable accounting records, producing timely financial reports, and helping the business stay compliant with tax and payroll obligations. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to turn financial data into clear, actionable insight. Responsibilities: • Record daily financial activity, including incoming payments, invoices, sales activity, and operating expenses, to keep accounting records current and accurate. • Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and outstanding loan balances on a regular schedule to confirm ledger accuracy and resolve discrepancies promptly. • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports such as balance sheets and profit and loss statements for internal review. • Manage month-end and year-end close activities by posting journal entries, accruals, and other adjustments needed for complete financial reporting. • Review account activity and investigate variances to identify issues, explain trends, and support informed business decisions. • Assist with tax-related reporting by organizing records and supporting sales tax, local tax, and year-end documentation requirements. • Support payroll processing or work alongside payroll vendors to ensure wages, taxes, and benefits are recorded and allocated correctly. • Maintain organized digital financial files and documentation to strengthen internal controls and ensure audit readiness.
2026-10-13T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

White Plains, NY
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Temporary / Contract
25 - 35 USD / Hourly
About the RoleWe are seeking a highly organized and analytical Staff Accountant to join our team on a contract basis. This role supports core accounting functions, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate is detail‑driven, comfortable working with large datasets, and capable of navigating a fast‑paced, deadline‑oriented environment. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare and post accurate journal entries for monthly, quarterly, and year‑end close.</li><li>Perform account reconciliations, ensuring completeness and accuracy.</li><li>Support the preparation of financial statements and internal management reports.</li><li>Analyze variances and assist with resolving discrepancies across accounts.</li><li>Maintain general ledger integrity through ongoing review and documentation.</li><li>Assist with audit requests by preparing schedules and gathering supporting documentation.</li><li>Collaborate with finance and cross‑functional teams to support accounting operations.</li><li>Identify process improvement opportunities to enhance efficiency and internal controls.</li></ul>
2026-09-28T00:00:00Z

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

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