staff accountant

Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support key accounting operations for a wholesale distribution organization in Pearl River, New York. This Long-term Contract position is well suited for someone who is comfortable handling reconciliations, account analysis, and day-to-day transactional accounting while working in a collaborative team environment. The role begins primarily onsite and transitions to a hybrid schedule after onboarding, offering the opportunity to contribute across accounts receivable, bookkeeping, and general ledger activities.

Responsibilities:

• Perform detailed reviews of financial accounts to identify discrepancies, explain activity, and maintain accurate balances.

• Reconcile cash activity across records and systems to ensure timely and accurate reporting.

• Complete credit card reconciliations and investigate unmatched or unusual transactions.

• Prepare and maintain bank reconciliations on a regular basis, resolving variances promptly.

• Support accounts receivable functions, including tracking incoming payments and maintaining organized records.

• Assist with bookkeeping tasks and general ledger maintenance to keep financial data current and reliable.

• Record journal entries and verify supporting documentation for routine accounting transactions.

• Use Excel tools such as pivot tables and VLOOKUPs to analyze data, organize reports, and improve accounting workflow.

Requirements • At least 2 years of accounting experience in a staff accountant, bookkeeper, or similar finance role.

• Hands-on knowledge of accounts receivable, general ledger activity, and journal entry preparation.

• Experience completing bank and credit card reconciliations with strong attention to accuracy.

• Familiarity with monthly account reconciliation processes and account analysis.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and VLOOKUP functions.

• Ability to manage multiple accounting tasks efficiently in a deadline-driven environment.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Clear communication skills and the ability to work effectively in both onsite and hybrid settings.

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