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8 results for Sr Accountant in Syracuse, NY

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>
2026-05-15T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Liverpool, NY
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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.
2026-06-12T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Geneva, NY
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Temporary / Contract
31.6635 - 36.663 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Accountant to support a healthcare organization in New York. This long-term contract opportunity is ideal for an accounting specialist who can strengthen day-to-day financial operations while contributing to key departmental initiatives. The role offers the chance to work within a collaborative team environment where sound judgment, adaptability, and alignment with the team environment are highly valued. Responsibilities: • Manage month-end close activities to help ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. • Prepare and post journal entries while maintaining the integrity of general ledger records. • Perform account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies through thorough analysis and follow-up. • Complete bank reconciliations and investigate variances to support cash accuracy. • Assist with accounting projects designed to expand team capacity and improve financial processes. • Support general ledger activities related to ongoing operational and reporting needs. • Contribute to department initiatives connected to accounting system and workflow changes, including work involving Lawson and Workday GL. • Partner with accounting leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to maintain reliable financial data and reporting consistency.
2026-06-12T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Geneva, NY
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Temporary / Contract
27 - 32 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting and tax activities for a Long-term Contract position based in Geneva, New York. This role is well suited for someone who can manage day-to-day financial tasks with accuracy while contributing to reporting, compliance, and account reconciliation efforts. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience in general ledger accounting, tax-related work, and financial systems such as ADP and Workday. Responsibilities: • Prepare and record journal entries to maintain accurate and timely financial data across accounting periods. • Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies to support the integrity of financial records. • Assist with corporate tax activities, including gathering documentation and supporting tax return preparation. • Manage sales tax processes by reviewing transactions, validating tax treatment, and helping ensure timely filings. • Support month-end and year-end close activities through account analysis, documentation, and reporting assistance. • Use accounting platforms, including ADP and Workday, to process financial information and maintain reliable records. • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to provide accounting support, respond to inquiries, and improve reporting accuracy.
2026-06-05T00:00:00Z

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

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>
2026-05-28T00:00:00Z

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