Kyle Clarke with Robert Half in Buffalo, NY is looking for a Staff Accountant to join a growing organization in New York. This opportunity is well suited for an early-career accounting candidate who wants to build hands-on experience across day-to-day accounting operations and monthly reporting activities. The role offers exposure to core financial processes while supporting accuracy, compliance, and timely close activities.
Responsibilities:
• Manage daily accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and processed on schedule.
• Prepare journal entries and maintain supporting documentation to keep financial records complete and organized.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies to help maintain reliable financial reporting.
• Assist with month-end closing tasks, including account analysis and preparation of schedules for review.
• Support corporate tax and sales tax processes by gathering data, organizing records, and assisting with required filings.
• Contribute to the preparation of financial information used for internal reporting and ongoing accounting operations.
• Partner with team members across the business to resolve billing, payment, and account-related questions in a timely manner.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field.
• At least 1 year of accounting experience or relevant internship experience in a detail-focused setting.
• Working knowledge of general ledger activity, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
• Familiarity with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and month-end close support.
• Exposure to corporate tax, sales tax, or corporate tax return preparation is preferred.
• Strong Excel skills, including the ability to organize data and perform basic financial analysis.
• High attention to detail, solid organizational skills, and a commitment to accuracy.
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