Staff Accountant

Robert Half • Buffalo, NY • 51min ago

Description

Kyle Clarke with Robert Half is looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support daily accounting activities and help maintain accurate financial records in Buffalo, New York. This position plays an important role in preserving the integrity of the general ledger, preparing key accounting entries, and assisting with tax-related reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to manage recurring responsibilities with accuracy and consistency.

Responsibilities:

Record and post journal entries to ensure financial activity is captured accurately and on schedule.

Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies to maintain reliable accounting records.

Assist with month-end and year-end close activities by preparing supporting schedules and reviewing account balances.

Support corporate tax and sales tax processes, including gathering data, organizing documentation, and preparing filings for review.

Help maintain the accuracy of financial statements by reviewing transactions and verifying proper account classification.

Partner with internal teams to obtain accounting information, resolve issues, and improve the flow of financial data.

Prepare reports and account analyses that support compliance, audit readiness, and management review.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree

2-4 years of accounting experience.

Familiarity with corporate tax, sales tax, and corporate tax return support responsibilities.

Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain a high level of accuracy in financial records.

Ability to analyze accounting data, identify inconsistencies, and resolve issues efficiently.

Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.

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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