Accountant - Entry Level

Description The strongest Accountant candidates for this position create spreadsheets in their sleep, and are looking to find their places in the accounting field. Robert Half has an exciting opportunity for an entry-level Accountant with a highly successful organization. To succeed in this position, you should be able to review financial statements with a heavy data entry component. An Excel enthusiast interested in spreadsheet creation and manipulation will thrive in this entry-level position. This long-term contract / temporary entry-level Accountant position is located in New York, New York.Major responsibilities

Researching and correcting account discrepancies

Aiding in audit fieldwork for both operational and financial audits

Making sure that accounts contained in the general ledger are correct

Assisting with full cycle Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes

Perform data entry

Carrying out alternate duties and taking part in special projects as assigned

Preparing monthly journal entries Requirements - Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel (PivotTables, vlookups) is preferred

Data entry, document management, file creation and previous records experience required

Excellent written, verbal and social communication skills

Excellent attention to detail

Applicants are recommended to hold an AA or BS/BA degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business

Desire to thrive in scenarios of team-based work or independent tasks, always looking to learn more and take initiative on a number of different projects and tasks

Journal entries experience

Expertise in cash reconciliations

Daily Reconciliation experience

Background working with Accounts Receivable (AR)

Deep understanding of bank reconciliations

Accounts Payable (AP) experience highly preferred

Earlier work involving Microsoft Excel

General familiarity with auditing

Adeptness in bank statements

Experience with bank reconciliations

Good understanding of Sage Intacct

Practical knowledge of Intercompany Accounting

Demonstrated knowledge of Reconcile Bank Statements

1 year of accounting experience

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 including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company’s 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays. The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) received varies based on years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources.© 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https:///www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .