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Robert Half Staff Accountant in Schenectady, New York
Description Robert Half is searching for an efficient Staff Accountant to join their growing team on a permanent basis. In this position, the Staff Accountant prepares journal entries, monthly and year-end closings, bank reconciliation, fixed asset maintenance and general ledger reconciliation. Throughout the monthly close, you will also be responsible for various aspects of internal reporting. You will assist in developing and implementing accounting policies. In addition, you will take part in compliance, interact with our external auditors for quarterly reviews and annual audits, and look over schedules for the reporting processes. This intricate position is involved in the production of Financial Statements, Cash Flow projections, and Budgets. Located in the Glenville, New York area, this position is a challenging, multi-faceted opportunity to work for a company that recognizes and rewards hard work.
Responsibilities
Manage reconciliation, depreciation, and fixed asset ledgers
In-depth experience with month end balance sheet account reconciliations
Assemble analyses for monthly balance sheets and income statements for management reporting
Assist in implementation, maintenance and adherence to internal controls and accounting procedures ensuring compliance with GAAP
Organize and review various financial data, then report it in a manner that is useful and understandable
Compose thorough journal entries and account reconciliations which include, but are not limited to, cash, prepaid expenses, and payroll
Regular maintenance and reconciliation of journal entries
Partake in various department-wide initiatives
Prepare monthly financial close workbooks to support the month end, quarter end and year end closing process
Maintain intercompany transactions, billings, and reconciliation
Ad hoc reporting and performing special projects upon request
Produce journal entries and perform the month end close under minimal supervision
Manage schedules for monthly payments and capital lease Requirements
BA/BS or equivalent in Accounting, Finance or Economics
Demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic and constantly changing company environment
Recent and relevant accounting experience
Demonstrated analytical abilities, tendency to quickly connect dots and surmise logical outcomes
Mature organizational, written and verbal communication skills
Working knowledge of spreadsheets and databases
Great attention to detail
Self-starter and strong ethical standards
Vow to meet business deadlines
Efficient in ERP systems
Proficient with spreadsheets and database
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