<p>This is a 99% remote job BUT the client Chris Preble from Robert Half is working with only wants candidates living in the Central or Western NY area. Once in a great while you'll have to go to the company location. Also, this opportunity is NOT with a public accounting firm.</p><p><br></p><p>We are looking for a detail-oriented tax specialist to support corporate tax operations for a growing organization in the Syracuse, New York area. This role will contribute to compliance, reporting, and planning efforts across multiple entities while partnering with finance and operational stakeholders. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare corporate federal, state, and local tax filings and assemble accurate supporting documentation for each submission.</p><p>• Contribute to quarterly and year-end tax work in accordance with applicable accounting guidance and internal reporting timelines.</p><p>• Evaluate tax-saving opportunities and assist with planning activities that support efficient corporate tax positions.</p><p>• Investigate technical tax questions, interpret regulations, and present clear recommendations to management.</p><p>• Partner with outside advisors, auditors, and tax authorities to address filings, reviews, and information requests.</p><p>• Review entity structures and organizational changes to identify tax considerations and compliance impacts.</p><p>• Track filing calendars, payment due dates, and legislative developments to help ensure timely compliance and proactive risk assessment.</p><p>• Support process enhancements that improve accuracy, efficiency, and internal controls across tax workflows.</p>
<p>The Senior Accountant will manage and oversee accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with GAAP, and timely month-end close activities. This role involves preparing financial statements, reconciling accounts, analyzing financial data, and supporting audits. The Senior Accountant will work closely with management to provide insights that drive business decisions.</p>
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>Chris Preble from Robert Half is looking for a Staff Accountant to support financial operations for a manufacturing organization in Utica, New York. This role works closely with operational leaders to deliver accurate reporting, meaningful cost analysis, and practical financial insight that supports business performance. The position is well suited for someone who enjoys combining core accounting responsibilities with process improvement and cross-functional collaboration.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Help prepare monthly financial statements, account reconciliations, and supporting analyses to ensure timely and accurate reporting.</p><p>• Review operating results, investigate variances, and communicate trends, risks, and improvement opportunities to management.</p><p>• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities, including journal entries, general ledger review, and related schedules.</p><p>• Evaluate manufacturing costs, product margins, and operational performance to help identify actions that improve efficiency and profitability.</p><p>• Maintain cost-related data such as bills of materials and support accurate inventory valuation, reconciliations, and cost of goods sold reporting.</p><p>• Contribute to the annual budgeting process and periodic forecasts by compiling financial data and assessing performance against plan.</p><p>• Partner with operations, supply chain, and leadership teams to provide financial modeling, pricing support, and business analysis for key decisions.</p><p>• Participate in continuous improvement efforts that strengthen reporting processes, financial controls, and overall accounting efficiency.</p>
<p>Chris Preble is working with a Syracuse client of his in the construction industry that is rapidly growing. This organization has an outstanding reputation in the market and is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow their career within a highly successful and expanding organization that offers strong long-term advancement potential.</p><p>The ideal candidate will have accounting experience within the construction industry; however, candidates coming from manufacturing environments will also be strongly considered.</p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements</li><li>Analyze financial results and support management reporting</li><li>Maintain and improve internal controls and accounting processes</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and project/job cost analysis</li><li>Partner with operations and project management teams on financial matters</li><li>Assist with audit preparation and external reporting requirements</li><li>Ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures</li></ul>
<p>The Accounting/Finance Manager oversees day-to-day accounting operations, ensures accurate financial reporting, and maintains compliance with GAAP. This role manages a small team, supervises month-end close, prepares financial statements, and supports budgeting and forecasting efforts.</p>
<p>Chirs Preble from Robert Half is working with a Utica client of his that has grown a lot the past few years. This is a newly created Accounting Manager role. This organization has great work life balance and excellent benefits. This position offers the chance to help oversee core accounting activities across multiple entities while contributing meaningful insight into financial performance and business trends.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Help lead the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to support accurate and timely business reporting.</p><p>• Review and reconcile balance sheet and income statement accounts to maintain dependable financial records across multiple entities.</p><p>• Manage key close activities at month-end and year-end, including journal entry oversight and general ledger review.</p><p>• Evaluate financial and operational data to highlight performance patterns, risks, and opportunities for improvement.</p><p>• Support finance activities through cost accounting, inventory review, and analysis of production-related results.</p><p>• Contribute to budgeting and forecasting efforts by preparing analyses and assisting with planning assumptions.</p><p>• Partner with operational stakeholders to strengthen reporting quality and provide financial insight for decision-making.</p><p>• Help advance accounting procedures and internal controls to improve consistency, accuracy, and efficiency across the organization.</p>
<p>Nick Corieri with Robert Half is looking for an Accounting Manager to oversee core financial operations for a well-known organization in Syracuse, New York. In addition to managing two staff on the accounting team, this role is responsible for maintaining accurate records, supporting timely reporting, and strengthening day-to-day accounting processes. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting experience, sound judgment, and the ability to manage reporting, reconciliations, and audit support in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee month-end close activities and help ensure financial results are recorded accurately and delivered on schedule.</p><p>• Prepare and review monthly financial packages, annual budgeting materials, and supporting information for periodic reporting needs.</p><p>• Maintain the general ledger and related subledgers, including receivables, depreciation, operating costs, revenue allocations, and insurance-related records.</p><p>• Evaluate account classifications and journal entries to confirm proper coding and compliance with internal accounting standards.</p><p>• Perform bank and balance sheet reconciliations, resolve discrepancies, and complete settlement-related accounting tasks.</p><p>• Compile schedules and documentation for external audits and assist with required financial statement support.</p><p>• Analyze operating results, cost trends, and revenue data to provide forecasts and recommendations that support business objectives.</p><p>• Lead and train accounting staff while processing and reviewing journal entries and other routine accounting transactions.</p><p>• Track monthly parking activity and billing while contributing to special financial analyses, reconciliations, and ad hoc reporting.</p><p>• Support budget development and help implement accounting controls, procedures, and system-related improvements across finance operations.</p><p><br></p><p>Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply directly to this job posting and contact Nick Corieri at Robert Half for more information.</p>