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9 results for Sr Accountant in Syracuse, NY

Sr. Accountant

Liverpool, NY
onsite
Temporary / Contract
31.6635 - 36.663 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support a growing vending organization in Liverpool, New York. This Long-term Contract position focuses on sales tax activity, recurring financial reporting, and accounting oversight across multiple states and legal entities. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage recurring deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Prepare recurring sales tax estimates and coordinate monthly tax-related calculations for operations spanning multiple states and legal entities. • Maintain and analyze sales tracking spreadsheets to ensure accurate monthly sales tax reporting and supporting documentation. • Produce scheduled client-facing financial reports each month with a high degree of accuracy and timeliness. • Review and approve employee time and expense submissions in Concur, returning items for correction when discrepancies or missing details are identified. • Generate weekly accounts receivable reports to provide visibility into outstanding balances and collection activity. • Support accounts payable administration by monitoring reporting, reviewing payment-related data, and helping maintain overall process accuracy without directly issuing payments. • Assist with core accounting activities such as journal entry preparation, general ledger review, and month-end close support. • Perform account and bank reconciliations to help ensure financial records remain complete and properly aligned.
2026-06-19T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Syracuse, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
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.The ideal candidate will have accounting experience within the construction industry; however, candidates coming from manufacturing environments will also be strongly considered.Responsibilities<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>
2026-06-26T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Syracuse, NY
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Temporary / Contract
27 - 37 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our Full-Time 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. 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 professional 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. Responsibilities: Perform month-end and year-end close processes, including account reconciliations and journal entries. Maintain the general ledger and ensure accuracy of accounting records. Prepare financial statements and reports in accordance with GAAP. Assist with audits and regulatory compliance reporting. Support budgeting and forecasting processes. Analyze financial data and recommend process improvement initiatives. Collaborate with client teams to ensure timely and accurate reporting. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required. 2+ years of relevant accounting experience. Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices (GAAP). Proficiency in accounting software platforms (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, or SAP). Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and other analytical tools. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills. Ability to quickly adapt to different industries and work environments. Benefits: As an FTEP Staff Accountant, you’ll enjoy the stability of full-time employment with Robert Half while gaining exposure to diverse industries and projects. Additional benefits include: Competitive compensation package. Health, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits. Paid training and professional development opportunities. Vacation, holiday, and floating time off. Network-building opportunities among professionals at leading organizations.
2026-06-12T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Utica, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 67000 USD / Yearly
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. Responsibilities:• Help prepare monthly financial statements, account reconciliations, and supporting analyses to ensure timely and accurate reporting.• Review operating results, investigate variances, and communicate trends, risks, and improvement opportunities to management.• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities, including journal entries, general ledger review, and related schedules.• Evaluate manufacturing costs, product margins, and operational performance to help identify actions that improve efficiency and profitability.• Maintain cost-related data such as bills of materials and support accurate inventory valuation, reconciliations, and cost of goods sold reporting.• Contribute to the annual budgeting process and periodic forecasts by compiling financial data and assessing performance against plan.• Partner with operations, supply chain, and leadership teams to provide financial modeling, pricing support, and business analysis for key decisions.• Participate in continuous improvement efforts that strengthen reporting processes, financial controls, and overall accounting efficiency.
2026-05-29T00:00:00Z

Tax Accountant

DeWitt, NY
remote
Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
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. 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. Responsibilities:• Prepare corporate federal, state, and local tax filings and assemble accurate supporting documentation for each submission.• Contribute to quarterly and year-end tax work in accordance with applicable accounting guidance and internal reporting timelines.• Evaluate tax-saving opportunities and assist with planning activities that support efficient corporate tax positions.• Investigate technical tax questions, interpret regulations, and present clear recommendations to management.• Partner with outside advisors, auditors, and tax authorities to address filings, reviews, and information requests.• Review entity structures and organizational changes to identify tax considerations and compliance impacts.• Track filing calendars, payment due dates, and legislative developments to help ensure timely compliance and proactive risk assessment.• Support process enhancements that improve accuracy, efficiency, and internal controls across tax workflows.
2026-06-23T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant - HR Assistant

Syracuse, NY
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
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>
2026-06-26T00:00:00Z

Staff & Sr. Staff Accountant - Public

Liverpool, NY
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
Nick Corieri with Robert Half is looking to hire multiple Staff and Sr. Staff Accountants to join a public accounting team in the greater Syracuse, NY region. This role offers hands-on involvement across tax and accounting functions, making it an excellent fit for someone who wants to gain or broaden their public accounting experience. No matter what level of experience you are, these positions will provide meaningful mentorship, exposure to a variety of client needs, and a clear path for career development. Responsibilities:• Prepare and review individual and corporate tax filings with accuracy and attention to applicable deadlines.• Support tax preparation activities by gathering financial information, organizing documentation, and ensuring complete client records.• Maintain client bookkeeping records and reconcile accounts to help produce reliable financial data.• Apply GAAP principles when assisting with financial reporting and day-to-day accounting work.• Use CCH ProSystem and CCH ProSystem fx to complete tax and accounting assignments efficiently.• Collaborate with team members on client engagements spanning multiple areas of public accounting.• Communicate with clients and internal staff to clarify financial details, resolve discrepancies, and keep work moving forward. For immediate consideration, qualified candidates are encouraged to apply to this posting and contact Nick Corieri from the Syracuse branch of Robert Half for full details of the position.
2026-06-25T00:00:00Z

Accounting Specialist

East Syracuse, NY
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Temporary to Hire
21.375 - 24.75 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to join a growing agriculture-focused organization in East Syracuse, New York on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent position. This role supports financing and administrative operations by reviewing documentation, coordinating application processing, and helping maintain accurate records throughout the transaction lifecycle. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound accounting knowledge, and the ability to work closely with internal teams to keep client service and operational workflows running smoothly. Responsibilities: • Verify applicant and borrower information for accuracy, including reviewing outstanding debt details and supporting documentation. • Track due diligence activities such as credit reviews, lien searches, and related documentation to ensure each item is completed and properly evaluated. • Examine submitted loan and lease files, identify missing or inconsistent information, and follow through to secure required approvals before processing moves forward. • Collect and assess business formation and organizational records to confirm eligibility for financing programs. • Support application intake through closing by organizing documentation, coordinating funding steps, processing vendor disbursements, and recording new or terminated originations. • Prepare and update financing documents, including transaction-specific agreements and supporting paperwork for revised terms when changes are needed. • Manage documentation tied to lien positions, shared creditor arrangements, financing statement filings, and termination deadlines to help maintain compliance. • Review insurance records and executed agreements to confirm coverage, signatures, and document completeness meet contractual and collateral standards. • Provide administrative assistance across the office, collaborate with customer-facing colleagues, and offer backup support through cross-training in related accounting and loan servicing functions.
2026-06-24T00:00:00Z

Cost Accounting Manager

Syracuse, NY
remote
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
Chris Preble from Robert Half is working with a Syracuse client of his that has a 95% remote hiring need! This person will be on site 2 - maybe 3 days every 6 to 8 weeks (hotel and travel will be paid for by employer). As such, someone in a driving distance to the Syracuse area is ideal. Great benefits here, lots of PTO and solid work life balance. We are seeking a Cost Accounting Manager to lead all cost accounting and inventory-related financial activities within a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role will be responsible for driving accurate product costing, analyzing manufacturing performance, and partnering with operations to improve profitability and efficiency.The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical capabilities, deep experience in a manufacturing setting, and hands-on expertise with JD Edwards (JDE). Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Oversee all aspects of cost accounting, including standard cost development, variance analysis, and inventory valuation</li><li>Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual cost close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness</li><li>Analyze manufacturing variances (labor, material, overhead) and provide actionable insights to operations leadership</li><li>Partner with plant leadership to improve cost controls, margins, and operational efficiency</li><li>Maintain and enhance standard costing models, including BOMs and routings</li><li>Monitor and reconcile inventory balances, including cycle counts and physical inventory processes</li><li>Develop and track KPIs related to production, cost performance, and operational efficiency</li><li>Support budgeting and forecasting processes with a focus on cost of goods sold (COGS) and manufacturing spend</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal controls related to inventory and costing</li><li>Drive continuous improvement in systems, processes, and reporting</li></ul>
2026-06-12T00:00:00Z