Accountant in Albany, New York

Description

Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accountant to join our clients team in a temporary to hire role, bridging the gap between positions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting and finance with 5-7 years of relevant experience. This role is essential to supporting our accounting functions, including invoicing, accounts payable, balance sheet reconciliations, and assisting with month-end and quarter-end processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and resolve any discrepancies.

• Manage accounts payable (AP) processes, ensuring timely and accurate payments.

• Assist with invoicing.

• Serve as a gap role to support the accounting department during a transition between positions.

• Complete journal entries for month-end and quarter-end close processes.

• Provide overall assistance throughout various accounting functions as needed.

Top 3 Key Skills/Experience:

• Proven experience in application and hands-on accounting tasks.

• Strong accounting/finance background, with 5-7 years of experience in related roles.

• Familiarity with month-end and quarter-end journal entry preparation and closing processes.

  Requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (recommended but not required)

• 5-7 years of accounting and/or finance experience.

• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

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