Accounting Assistant

Robert Half • New York, NY • 29min ago

Description We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to join our team in New York, New York in a contract capacity with the potential to become permanent. This position supports accounting and finance operations through a blend of administrative coordination, reconciliation work, and document management. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable handling multiple priorities in a fast-paced office environment while working on-site five days per week.

Responsibilities:

Support the accounting and finance team with day-to-day administrative tasks that keep financial operations running smoothly.

Obtain monthly bank and credit card records, maintain organized files, and ensure documents are available for review and processing.

Complete reconciliations for bank accounts and credit card activity, researching discrepancies and helping maintain accurate records.

Use internal AI-supported tools as part of the reconciliation workflow to improve efficiency and consistency.

Gather and organize renewal-related financial statements and other supporting documents for team use.

Access online billing portals each week to retrieve electronic invoices and related account information.

Prepare payment checks for processing and coordinate timely delivery when physical distribution is required.

Provide additional operational support as business needs shift, including assistance with finance-related tracking and follow-up tasks. Requirements - At least 1 year of experience in an accounting support, bookkeeping, or finance administration role.

Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoice coding, and bank reconciliation activities.

Familiarity with QuickBooks and confidence using multiple digital systems, portals, and office applications.

Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accuracy across financial documents and transactions.

Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage several tasks at once.

Clear communication skills and a detail-focused approach to working with internal teams.

Ability to work independently, respond well to feedback, and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced setting.

Availability to work on-site five days per week in New York, New York.

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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