Staff Accountant
Robert Half Finance & Accounting
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The Staff Accountant will support tax and financial reporting activities for a financial services organization in Amherst, New York. The role contributes to tax compliance, return preparation, and analytical review of financial information, drawing on accounting fundamentals and practical experience with corporate tax and general ledger processes.
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Description We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support tax and financial reporting activities for a financial services organization in Amherst, New York. This position will contribute to tax compliance, return preparation, and analytical review of financial information to help ensure accurate reporting. The role is well suited for someone who combines strong accounting fundamentals with practical experience across corporate tax and general ledger processes.
Responsibilities:
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Prepare and review corporate tax filings while helping maintain compliance with applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
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Manage sales tax activities, including calculation, reporting, reconciliation, and timely submission of related filings.
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Record and post journal entries accurately to support period-end and year-end close processes.
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Maintain the general ledger by reviewing account activity, resolving discrepancies, and supporting accurate financial records.
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Analyze financial statements to identify tax-related impacts and assist in preparing clear internal reporting.
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Support tax planning efforts by gathering financial data, researching issues, and assisting with recommendations.
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Reconcile balance sheet and income statement accounts to strengthen reporting accuracy and audit readiness. Requirements • Experience preparing corporate tax returns and supporting ongoing tax compliance activities.
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Working knowledge of sales tax processes, reporting obligations, and related reconciliations.
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Solid understanding of journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance.
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Ability to analyze financial statements and interpret accounting data with attention to tax considerations.
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Strong knowledge of accounting principles and standard month-end close practices.
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High level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail in a deadline-driven environment.
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Proficiency with accounting systems and spreadsheet tools used for reporting and analysis.
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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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.
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How this job compares
Set against the 4,827 open Accounting jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 3, 2026.
- Pay
- This postingNot listed
- New York median$90–127K/yr276 salary ranges
- New York median$21–28/hr65 hourly ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 479 open Accounting jobs in New York and 4,827 across the US. 4% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in New York
- Robert Half Finance & Accounting (this employer)28 open
- Cohnreznick LLP11 open
- RSM US LLP10 open
- Experience
- Accounting postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 3 to 7 years (3,544 postings).
- Education
- 2,402 of the 4,827 open Accounting jobs (50%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
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