Robert Half is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our permanent Engagement Professionals (FTEP) team. This is an exciting opportunity to build a rewarding career as a permanent employee of Robert Half while working on a variety of engaging and impactful client projects.<br><br><br><br>As a Staff Accountant within the FTEP program, you’ll have the unique opportunity to work across multiple industries and businesses, gaining broad experience and developing your detail oriented skill set in a collaborative and supportive environment. You’ll be deployed to support critical accounting functions for our clients—including month-end close process, general ledger maintenance, financial reporting, and compliance activities.<br><br><br><br>Responsibilities:<br><br>Perform month-end and year-end close processes, including account reconciliations and journal entries.<br>Maintain the general ledger and ensure accuracy of accounting records.<br>Prepare financial statements and reports in accordance with GAAP.<br>Assist with audits and regulatory compliance reporting.<br>Support budgeting and forecasting processes.<br>Analyze financial data and recommend process improvement initiatives.<br>Collaborate with client teams to ensure timely and accurate reporting.<br><br>Requirements:<br><br>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.<br>2+ years of relevant accounting experience.<br>Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices (GAAP).<br>Proficiency in accounting software platforms (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, or SAP).<br>Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and other analytical tools.<br>Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.<br>Ability to quickly adapt to different industries and work environments.<br>Benefits:<br><br>As an FTEP Staff Accountant, you’ll enjoy the stability of permanent employment with Robert Half while gaining exposure to diverse industries and projects. Additional benefits include:<br><br>Competitive compensation package.<br>Health, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits.<br>Paid training and detail oriented development opportunities.<br>Vacation, holiday, and floating time off.<br>Network-building opportunities among professionals at leading organizations.
<p>We are seeking a Staff Accountant for a direct-hire opportunity with a growing organization that values collaboration and continuous improvement. This full-time,<strong> hybrid</strong> role will support a broad range of accounting functions, including general ledger activity, reconciliations, month-end close and financial reporting. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accountant looking to make an immediate impact while gaining exposure to both day-to-day accounting operations and broader business initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong accounting foundation, a proactive approach and a desire to contribute beyond transactional accounting by supporting analysis and cross-functional projects.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Record journal entries, accruals, and other recurring transactions to keep the general ledger accurate and up to date.</p><p>• Contribute to monthly close activities by assisting with period-end tasks and preparing account reconciliations for key balance sheet areas, including cash and banking activity.</p><p>• Review daily cash movement and compile routine sales-related reporting to help ensure reliable operational and financial data.</p><p>• Support the preparation of monthly financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow summaries.</p><p>• Analyze budget versus actual results, investigate variances, and identify unusual spending patterns or items that require follow-up.</p><p>• Maintain accurate financial information within reporting and accounting systems, including fixed asset records and planning data.</p><p>• Provide schedules, backup materials, and documentation needed for internal and external audit requests.</p><p>• Assist with inventory-related accounting activities, help improve accounting workflows, and collaborate with internal teams on special projects and ongoing process enhancements.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><em>For immediate and confidential consideration, or to learn more about this opportunity, contact Jayanti at RH Syracuse - jayanti.mitchell@roberthalf </em></p>
We are looking for an Accounting Manager to support a restaurant and catering finance team in Syracuse, New York through a Long-term Contract assignment. This position will play a key role in maintaining accurate daily financial data, strengthening close processes, and providing meaningful analysis of store-level results. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting judgment, hands-on experience with inventory-related reporting, and the ability to review financial activity with a high level of accuracy.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the review and validation of daily financial activity, including sales, payment tenders, inventory movement, and waste reporting before transactions are finalized in the accounting records.<br>• Partner with the accounting team to resolve data issues, improve reporting accuracy, and support operational workflows tied to financial system functionality.<br>• Contribute to month-end close activities by preparing, reviewing, and refining journal entries to ensure timely and accurate reporting.<br>• Analyze store financial performance and identify trends, variances, or irregularities that require follow-up or correction.<br>• Perform account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies across general ledger balances and supporting records.<br>• Support inventory accounting processes by reviewing stock-related transactions, usage patterns, and physical count results for completeness and accuracy.<br>• Assist with fixed asset and equipment tracking to help maintain reliable records for ongoing accounting and audit needs.<br>• Provide higher-level review of financial reports and accounting outputs to help maintain strong controls and dependable reporting.<br>• Participate in audit support activities by organizing documentation and responding to requests related to financial statements, inventory, and reconciliations.