Staff Accountant

Robert Half • Melville, NY • 1h ago

Description

STAFF ACCOUNTANT role on LONG ISLAND

Looking to grow your skills and provide value at the same time? Excellent Long Island opportunity for a STAFF ACCOUNTANT.

Interviews will be held from 1/30 to 2/3 for th is role.

The Staff Accountant supports the accounting department with both transactional and analytical tasks. Responsibilities include maintaining financial records, processing A/P and A/R, preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and handling commissions and credit memos. The role also assists with financial statement preparation, year-end close, and ensures compliance with GAAP and company policies. Additionally, the Staff Accountant partners with management on reporting, budgeting, and process improvements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Maintain accurate financial records and prepare financial statements.

Process accounts payable international and domestic, accounts receivable, invoices, commissions, and credit memos.

Prepare and record journal entries, reconcile general ledger accounts, and balance bank statements.

Support the accounting team with year-end close processes.

Handle any administrative tasks as required by the accounting department.

Research and resolve account discrepancies to ensure accuracy and compliance with GAAP, company policies, and financial regulations

Prepare and record journal entries, maintain general ledger accounts, and ensure accurate reconciliations.

Contact Lorraine Cochrane at (516) 357-2000 to apply or APPLY HERE

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field preferred.

Payroll Processing experience is a plus

Proven experience in accounting or in a similar role with a minimum of 6+ years.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., NetSuite & Acumatica) is a plus.

Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality

Requirements

2+ years staff accounting work including: Journal Entries, General Ledger, ERP Systems like NetSuite, Oracle, SAP, Sage Intacct

Tax a plus- Corporate, Sales Tax, Corporate Tax Return,

Contact Lorraine Cochrane at (516) 357-2000 to apply or APPLY HERE

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