Staff Accountant

Company: Robert Half
Location: New York City
Posted on: January 15, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description We are looking for an experienced Staff Accountant to join our team in New York, New York. In this long-term contract role, you will play a key part in managing financial transactions and ensuring accurate accounting practices. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in reconciliations, financial analysis, and corporate tax processes. Responsibilities: • Perform detailed bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy in financial reporting. • Conduct financial analyses to support decision-making and strategic planning. • Manage month-end closing processes, including preparing journal entries and reviewing general ledger accounts. • Handle accounts receivable and revenue collection processes through various payment methods such as credit card, Zelle, and Venmo. • Maintain and update financial records using Blackbaud Financial Edge and Raiser’s Edge. • Prepare and file corporate tax returns and ensure compliance with sales tax regulations. • Review and post journal entries to maintain accurate accounting records. • Monitor and reconcile general ledger accounts, resolving discrepancies as needed. • Collaborate with team members to improve accounting procedures and workflows.• Proven experience in bank reconciliations, financial analyses, and month-end closing. • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting. • Familiarity with Blackbaud Financial Edge and Raiser’s Edge software. • Solid knowledge of corporate tax processes, including sales tax and corporate tax returns. • Strong understanding of journal entries and general ledger maintenance. • Ability to manage accounts receivable and revenue collection efficiently. • Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and problem-solving skills. • Effective communication skills for collaboration with internal teams.

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