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Robert Half Staff Accountant in New York, New York
Description
We are seeking a Staff Accountant to join our team in the non-profit sector, based in New York, New York. You will be responsible for a variety of accounting tasks, focusing on journal entries, bank reconciliations, and inter-company reconciliations. This position offers a short term contract employment opportunity.
Responsibilities:
• Conduct regular bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy in financial records.
• Prepare and post journal entries, ensuring all business transactions are recorded.
• Handle accounts payable duties, ensuring all company bills are paid on time.
• Perform month-end close procedures, including the preparation of financial statements.
• Use Oracle and Microsoft Excel to track and analyze financial data.
• Manage inter-company billing processes to ensure timely and accurate invoicing.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and yearly financial reports.
• Ensure all financial operations comply with federal and state laws.
• Play a key role in the audit process by providing necessary information and preparing requested documentations.
• Continuously improve knowledge and skills in the accounting field, staying updated on new laws and regulations.
Requirements • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Proven experience as a Staff Accountant or similar role within a Non-Profit organization
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Oracle
• Solid understanding of General Ledger and Journal Entries
• Experience with Bank Reconciliations
• Proficient in handling Accounts Payable (AP)
• Familiarity with Month End Close process
• Ability to prepare Financial Statements
• Excellent analytical skills with an attention to detail
• Strong ethical standards and high levels of integrity
• Ability to communicate complex data clearly
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Understanding of data privacy standards.
Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.
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