Sr. Accountant

Robert Half • Middletown, NY • 3h ago

Description We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core accounting operations for a media organization in Chester, New York. This position plays an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, coordinating month-end activities, and contributing to reporting, compliance, and audit readiness. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger experience, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple accounting priorities effectively.

Responsibilities:

Lead key components of the monthly close process by preparing journal entries, reviewing financial activity, and ensuring deadlines are met.

Reconcile bank accounts regularly, investigate variances, and follow through on corrective actions to maintain accurate balances.

Manage fixed asset accounting by tracking depreciation and amortization schedules and recording the related entries.

Post recurring and adjusting entries for accruals and prepaid expenses to support accurate period-end reporting.

Maintain organized accounting schedules and supporting documentation for balance sheet and income statement accounts.

Provide backup assistance for accounts receivable activities to help ensure continuity across the accounting function.

Prepare routine sales tax filings for New York and New Jersey in compliance with applicable reporting requirements.

Contribute to budget review efforts by compiling data, analyzing trends, and assisting with management reporting.

Support external and internal audit activities by gathering records, preparing schedules, and responding to information requests. Requirements - 3+ years of experience in a hands-on accounting role with exposure to general ledger and month-end close responsibilities.

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline is preferred.

Demonstrated experience with journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, prepaid expenses, and bank reconciliations.

Working knowledge of fixed asset accounting, including depreciation and amortization tracking.

Ability to assist with audit support and budget-related analysis in a deadline-driven environment.

Strong organizational skills and close attention to detail when managing multiple priorities.

Advanced proficiency with Excel for analysis, reconciliation, and reporting tasks.

Experience with NetSuite is an advantage.

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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