Staff Accountant
Main Duties
- Prepare and record journal entries to keep the general ledger accurate and up to date.
- Support month-end closing activities by reviewing balances, organizing supporting documentation, and helping finalize financial results on schedule.
- Reconcile bank statements, balance sheet accounts, and other financial records to identify and resolve discrepancies.
- Aid in sales tax reporting by gathering transaction data, verifying calculations, and maintaining proper filings.
- Review accounting transactions for completeness and accuracy to ensure financial information is properly captured.
- Maintain clear and well-organized documentation for reconciliations, entries, and other accounting support materials.
- Collaborate with internal team members to address open accounting items and improve the efficiency of routine processes.
Requirements
- Working knowledge of journal entries and general ledger accounting.
- Hands-on experience supporting month-end close activities.
- Ability to perform account reconciliations with strong attention to detail.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
- Proficiency with accounting systems and spreadsheet-based financial analysis.
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Details
Patchogue, NY
onsite
Temporary / Contract
27 - 30 USD / Hourly
2026-07-07T00:00:00Z