Accounting Specialist

Robert Half • Syracuse, NY • 7h ago

Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to provide project-based support for a financial services organization in Syracuse, New York. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage high-volume accounting tasks with accuracy while working independently on reconciliations and transaction review. The role will contribute to day-to-day accounting operations by maintaining records, investigating discrepancies, and supporting timely financial processing.

Responsibilities:

Process accounting transactions and enter financial data accurately into internal records and systems.

Perform reconciliations for general ledger accounts and bank activity, identifying and resolving variances in a timely manner.

Review historical ledger entries to investigate outstanding items and document findings clearly.

Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, and billing activities to help maintain efficient accounting operations.

Prepare and organize reconciliation support, account details, and other financial documentation for internal review.

Use Microsoft Excel to analyze account activity, track discrepancies, and complete routine reporting tasks.

Assist with ongoing accounting projects that require careful follow-up, accuracy, and consistent record maintenance. Requirements - Experience in accounting support, accounting clerk work, or a similar finance-focused position.

Hands-on ability to complete general ledger and bank reconciliations with minimal supervision.

Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and core accounting functions.

Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including the use of basic formulas and spreadsheet-based analysis.

Ability to research transaction history, identify discrepancies, and document reconciling items clearly.

High level of accuracy in data entry and financial recordkeeping.

Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a project-based 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.

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