11 results for Entry Level Accountant in Syracuse, NY

Accounting Clerk

Syracuse, NY
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Temporary
20 - 25 USD / Hourly
Immediate need for a dependable and detail-oriented Accounting Clerk for a contract-to-permanent position in Syracuse, NY. This role offers the opportunity to join a dynamic team, gain valuable experience, and potentially move into a permanent role. Responsibilities: Perform data entry and routine bookkeeping tasks to support daily accounting operations. Process invoices, receipts, vouchers, and expense reports accurately. Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processing. Reconcile bank statements and assist in resolving discrepancies. Prepare and maintain financial documents and records. Support month-end and year-end closing procedures. Assist with basic reporting for management and auditors as needed.
2026-02-11T00:00:00Z

Accounting Clerk

Ithaca, NY
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Temporary
20.9 - 24.2 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an organized and detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join our team in Ithaca, New York. This role is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong data entry skills and a solid understanding of accounting principles to contribute to a dynamic manufacturing environment. As a vital member of our accounting team, you will handle financial transactions, inventory management, and invoicing tasks with precision and efficiency. This is a long-term contract position offering stability and growth. Responsibilities: • Accurately input high volumes of financial transactions and operational data into accounting and inventory systems. • Maintain and update inventory records, assist with physical counts, and investigate discrepancies between physical and system records. • Generate, review, and process customer invoices, ensuring timely distribution while resolving any invoicing issues. • Monitor incoming payments, update accounts receivable records, and follow up with customers on outstanding balances. • Prepare aging reports and contribute to effective management of receivables. • Organize and maintain financial documents, ensuring proper filing and compliance with company policies. • Support audit preparations and assist in maintaining internal controls. • Utilize accounting software and spreadsheet tools to perform reconciliations and other accounting functions. • Collaborate with team members to ensure accurate reporting and adherence to deadlines. • Assist with accounts payable tasks as needed to support overall financial operations.
2026-02-25T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Syracuse, NY
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Permanent
65000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
Nick Corieri with Robert Half is looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join a great team in Syracuse, New York. This role is pivotal in ensuring the accuracy and compliance of daily financial operations while supporting key aspects of cash management and audit readiness. The Senior Accountant collaborates closely with the Senior Director of Finance to uphold internal controls and meet organizational deadlines. Responsibilities:• Review daily accounting transactions to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to organizational policies.• Act as a quality control reviewer for accounts payable and receivable activities, ensuring timely and accurate entries.• Monitor deadlines and support the completion of finance team deliverables on schedule.• Serve as a liaison to resolve billing discrepancies and payment inquiries with vendors and internal departments.• Oversee organizational banking activities, including wires, deposits, and fraud prevention measures.• Reconcile bank accounts and subsidiary ledgers as part of the monthly closing process.• Maintain audit-ready financial records and documentation for internal and external reviews.• Assist in preparing financial statements, management reports, and conducting financial audits.• Support month-end and year-end closing processes, as well as budget preparation and tax filings.• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address accounting-related questions and operational needs. For immediate consideration, apply to this job posting and contact Nick Corieri at Robert Half's Syracuse office.
2026-02-16T00:00:00Z

Accounts Receivable Clerk

Syracuse, NY
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Permanent
50000 - 60000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a diligent and detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Clerk to join a dynamic commercial real estate company based in Syracuse, New York. In this role, you will play a key part in maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, and resolving customer account inquiries. This position offers an excellent opportunity for career growth and development within a supportive and fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Manage the accurate entry, posting, and reconciliation of financial batches to ensure seamless accounts receivable operations. • Investigate and resolve customer account discrepancies with a focus on delivering excellent service. • Prepare aging reports, monitor outstanding balances, and execute billing and collection calls to maintain timely payments. • Maintain and update cash receipts journals, ensuring that sub-ledgers align with the general ledger. • Process full-cycle accounts payable tasks, handling a high volume of invoices with precision and efficiency. • Reconcile bank accounts, post financial data, and balance ledgers to ensure accuracy. • Verify documentation and coding for compliance with organizational procedures. • Compile and process monthly closings and annual financial reports efficiently. • Provide prompt and accurate information to internal and external stakeholders, including customers, shippers, and the sales team. • Uphold and promote the organization's mission, values, and culture in daily operations.
2026-02-11T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper

Oriskany, NY
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Contract / Temporary to Hire
25.175 - 29.15 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join our team in Oriskany, New York. This Contract to permanent position is ideal for a candidate with strong accounting skills who thrives in managing multiple entities and ensuring financial accuracy. The role requires proficiency in reconciliation processes, general ledger management, and handling both accounts payable and receivable. Responsibilities: • Oversee the financial operations of three small companies, ensuring accurate record-keeping and reporting. • Perform bank reconciliations to maintain accurate financial balances and resolve discrepancies. • Manage accounts payable processes, including timely invoice payments and vendor communications. • Handle accounts receivable tasks, such as invoicing and following up on overdue accounts. • Maintain the general ledger by recording journal entries and ensuring financial data integrity. • Assist with month-end close activities, including preparing financial statements and reports. • Utilize accounting software like NetSuite, Oracle, QuickBooks, and SAP for day-to-day operations. • Collaborate with management to ensure compliance with company policies and financial regulations. • Identify and implement process improvements to streamline accounting operations.
2026-02-23T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper

North Syracuse, NY
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Contract / Temporary to Hire
23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a skilled Bookkeeper to join our team in North Syracuse, New York. This Contract to permanent position is ideal for an organized and detail-oriented individual with experience in managing financial records and transactions. The role requires proficiency in bookkeeping and familiarity with accounting processes to support the company's financial operations effectively. Responsibilities: • Maintain accurate financial records by managing general bookkeeping tasks and ensuring data integrity. • Process accounts payable (AP) transactions, including reviewing invoices and issuing payments. • Handle accounts receivable (AR), including invoicing, tracking payments, and following up on outstanding balances. • Conduct timely bank reconciliations to ensure accounts are balanced and discrepancies are resolved. • Perform check runs and ensure proper documentation is maintained for all payments. • Utilize Microsoft Great Plains Dynamics for accounting tasks and financial reporting. • Collaborate with other departments to ensure financial transactions align with company policies. • Prepare financial reports and summaries to assist in decision-making processes. • Monitor and track financial data to identify trends or irregularities. • Support audits and compliance reviews by providing necessary documentation and reports.
2026-02-26T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper

Syracuse, NY
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Temporary
24 - 28 USD / Hourly
Immediate opportunity for a skilled and detail-oriented Bookkeeper for a contract-to-permanent opportunity in Syracuse, NY. This role offers the chance to join a reputable team and develop your career with the potential for permanent placement. Responsibilities: Maintain accurate financial records, including accounts payable and receivable, general ledger entries, and bank reconciliations. Process invoices, payments, expense reports, and payroll. Assist with month-end closing and journal entries. Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner. Prepare regular financial reports for management. Support auditors and ensure compliance with company policies and accounting best practices. Handle confidential and sensitive information with integrity.
2026-02-27T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant - HR Assistant

Syracuse, NY
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Permanent
60000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
Chris Preble from Robert Half is working with a Syracuse client of his that has a hybrid accounting/HR role. The HR work is not advanced. It's basically to make up for the fact there's not enough accounting work to make it 40 hours so they're splitting up the role 50/50 ish between accounting and HR. Work life balance is great here and it's a very stable organization. Accounting General Accounting Support<ul><li>Maintain organized financial records</li><li>Assist with fiscal year-end close (October–November)</li><li>Provide support for reporting and special projects as needed</li></ul>Accounts Receivable (A/R)<ul><li>Apply customer payments accurately and timely</li><li>Process customer credit card payments for orders</li><li>Prepare and distribute daily customer invoices</li><li>Respond to customer email inquiries (invoice copies, payment status, etc.)</li><li>Conduct collections follow-up on past-due accounts</li></ul>Accounts Payable (A/P)<ul><li>Code and enter vendor invoices</li><li>Process invoices for payment</li><li>Prepare and mail vendor checks weekly</li></ul>Human Resources Administrative Support <ul><li>Maintain employee files and documentation</li><li>Assist with onboarding paperwork and new hire documentation</li><li>Support benefits administration tasks (forms, updates, enrollments)</li><li>Track PTO and employee records</li><li>Assist with basic payroll coordination (if applicable)</li><li>Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee information</li></ul>
2026-02-19T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant - permanent part time

Syracuse, NY
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Permanent
60000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
Chris Preble is working with a Syracuse client of his that's looking for a permanent part time Accountant. This job is about 20 hours a week (paid hourly - about $30 an hour) Great work life balance! Responsibilities:• Apply and reconcile incoming customer payments accurately and on a timely basis • Process customer credit card transactions for orders • Generate and distribute daily customer invoices • Follow up on outstanding balances and manage collections efforts when required• Review, code, and enter vendor invoices into the accounting system • Process invoices for payment in accordance with company procedures • Prepare and mail weekly vendor payments• Maintain organized and accurate financial records • Support reporting requirements and special accounting projects as needed
2026-02-19T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant - AR

Freeville, NY
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Permanent
70000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
Nick Corieri from Robert Half is working with an Ithaca area client of his that is looking to hire a Staff Accountant with a strong focus on Accounts Receivable. This organization has excellent benefits, terrific work life balance and an opportunity to grow! Responsibilities:• Prepare and record journal entries to ensure accurate financial reporting.• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger to support proper accounting practices.• Oversee billing operations, including Medicaid billing, ensuring compliance with regulations.• Manage accounts receivable processes, including tracking payments and resolving discrepancies.• Utilize FUND E-Z software for efficient financial management and reporting.• Assist in month-end close procedures, verifying data and generating reports.• Collaborate with payroll to ensure timely and accurate employee compensation.• Provide financial insights to support organizational decisions and planning.• Ensure adherence to accounting standards and regulatory requirements.• Support audits and provide necessary documentation as needed. For immediate consideration, apply to this job posting today and contact Nick Corieri from the Syracuse branch of Robert Half.
2026-02-11T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper / Office Manager

Skaneateles, NY
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Permanent
60000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
Nick Corieri with Robert Half is looking for an experienced Bookkeeper/Office Manager to oversee financial operations and administrative tasks of a local contracting company. This role involves maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with prevailing wage standards, and managing payroll processes. Responsibilities:• Maintain accurate and up-to-date bookkeeping records, including accounts payable and receivable.• Perform regular bank reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy.• Manage payroll processes, including compliance with prevailing wage requirements.• Utilize accounting software to track and report financial transactions.• Oversee administrative office tasks to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.• Prepare financial reports and summaries for management review.• Collaborate with team members to streamline financial processes.• Ensure compliance with all applicable financial regulations and policies.• Address and resolve discrepancies in financial records promptly.• Assist in budgeting and forecasting to support organizational goals. For immediate consideration, apply to this job posting and contact Nick Corieri at Robert Half's Syracuse office.
2026-02-16T00:00:00Z