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Accounting Staff

  • Schenectady, NY, United States

$50,000 to $70,000 USD / year

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Pay
$50,000 to $70,000 USD / year
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Experience
2+ years of experience in an accounting, bookkeeping, or finance support role.
Posting language
English
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Original job description

A well-established organization is seeking an Accounting Associate to support daily financial operations and help maintain the accuracy and integrity of accounting records. This role offers exposure to a variety of accounting functions, including transaction processing, reconciliations, vendor management, and month-end support. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities while ensuring a high level of accuracy.

Responsibilities

  • Perform routine account reconciliations to ensure financial records are complete and accurate.
  • Process invoices and financial transactions while maintaining appropriate supporting documentation.
  • Assist with vendor payment activities and monitor outstanding obligations.
  • Investigate accounting discrepancies and partner with internal teams to resolve issues in a timely manner.
  • Maintain organized financial records and documentation to support reporting and compliance requirements.
  • Support month-end close procedures, including preparing schedules and updating account activity.
  • Monitor open transactions and follow up on unresolved items as needed.
  • Provide accounting documentation and support during audits and financial reviews.
  • Utilize accounting and business software to record, track, and reconcile financial activity.
  • Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and internal accounting processes.

Qualifications

  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred.
  • 2+ years of experience in an accounting, bookkeeping, or finance support role.
  • Experience with account reconciliations, invoice processing, and general accounting functions.
  • Exposure to accounts payable, vendor relations, or payment processing activities.
  • Familiarity with accounting software and ERP systems.
  • Strong Microsoft Excel skills and comfort working with financial data.
  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
  • Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
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Skills

  • Transaction processing
  • Vendor management
  • Account reconciliation
  • Documentation
  • Reporting
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Month-end close
  • Accounting department processes
  • Bookkeeping
  • Accounts payable
  • Sage Accounting Software
  • ERP
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem solving
  • Prioritization
  • Meet deadlines
  • Work independently

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