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Schenectady, NY
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Job overview

A well-established organization seeks an Accounting Associate to support daily financial operations, ensuring accuracy and integrity of records. The role involves transaction processing, reconciliations, vendor management, and month‑end support, offering exposure to various accounting functions and opportunities to improve efficiency.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

AccountingBookkeepingFinanceAccount ReconciliationsInvoice ProcessingAccounts PayableVendor ManagementERP SystemsMicrosoft ExcelAnalytical SkillsProblem SolvingAttention to DetailOrganizational AbilitiesAccounting Software

Qualifications

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting Finance Business or Related Field Preferred2+ Years Accounting Bookkeeping Finance Support Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Match

Full job description

Description

A well-established organization is seeking an Accounting Associate to support daily financial operations and help maintain the accuracy and integrity of accounting records. This role offers exposure to a variety of accounting functions, including transaction processing, reconciliations, vendor management, and month-end support.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities while ensuring a high level of accuracy.

Responsibilities

  • Perform routine account reconciliations to ensure financial records are complete and accurate.

  • Process invoices and financial transactions while maintaining appropriate supporting documentation.

  • Assist with vendor payment activities and monitor outstanding obligations.

  • Investigate accounting discrepancies and partner with internal teams to resolve issues in a timely manner.

  • Maintain organized financial records and documentation to support reporting and compliance requirements.

  • Support month-end close procedures, including preparing schedules and updating account activity.

  • Monitor open transactions and follow up on unresolved items as needed.

  • Provide accounting documentation and support during audits and financial reviews.

  • Utilize accounting and business software to record, track, and reconcile financial activity.

  • Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and internal accounting processes.

Requirements

Qualifications

  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred.

  • 2+ years of experience in an accounting, bookkeeping, or finance support role.

  • Experience with account reconciliations, invoice processing, and general accounting functions.

  • Exposure to accounts payable, vendor relations, or payment processing activities.

  • Familiarity with accounting software and ERP systems.

  • Strong Microsoft Excel skills and comfort working with financial data.

  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.

  • Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work independently in a fast-paced environment.

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.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

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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