Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Syracuse, New York. This is a Contract-to-permanent position within the financial services industry, offering an excellent opportunity to grow your accounting skills while contributing to the success of our organization. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounts payable, general ledger management, and account reconciliations, along with a commitment to maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the accounting team. Responsibilities: • Process accounts payable, including weekly check runs, approval verification, and maintaining organized vendor documentation. • Post journal entries to the general ledger for accounts receivable, payments, and other financial activities. • Reconcile assigned bank and general ledger accounts, ensuring documentation for reconciling items is accurate and complete. • Load assets into the system asset register and manage prepaid items within the tracking system as needed. • Administer corporate credit cards by collecting receipts, preparing payment documentation, and posting related journal entries. • Monitor and address returned member Bill Pay items and follow up on outstanding checks in compliance with company policies. • Prepare and post journal entries for mortgage closings, ensuring all associated documentation is consolidated. • Update and maintain written procedures for assigned tasks and responsibilities to support efficient workflows. • Assist with unclaimed funds processes, including mailing letters to members with dormant accounts. • Collaborate with the accounting team and contribute to the continuous improvement of internal accounting procedures. Requirements • Proven experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger management. • Proficiency with accounting software such as NetSuite, Oracle, QuickBooks, or SAP. • Strong skills in bank reconciliations and preparing journal entries. • Familiarity with month-end close processes and financial reporting. • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to maintain accurate and detailed records. • Strong communication skills for effective collaboration within the accounting team. • Ability to adapt to new systems and develop a working knowledge of internal data processing and reporting tools. • A solid understanding of accounting principles and best practices. 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. © 2025 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) .