Staff Accountant
- Rochester, NY, United States
$25 to $27 USD / hour
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- $25 to $27 USD / hour
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- Posting language
- English
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Original job description
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a growing team on a contract-to-permanent basis. This role is well suited for an accounting specialist who enjoys maintaining accurate financial records, supporting payroll and payables activities, and contributing to smooth day-to-day finance operations. The position offers the opportunity to work across core accounting functions while helping ensure timely and reliable reporting.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and post journal entries to maintain accurate and complete financial records.
- Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies to support month-end accuracy.
- Process biweekly payroll using ADP while ensuring compliance with company policies and payroll timelines.
- Review, code, and submit accounts payable transactions to support timely vendor payments.
- Assist with routine accounting close activities and maintain supporting documentation for audit readiness.
- Monitor financial data for inconsistencies and work with internal partners to resolve issues efficiently.
- Experience working in a Staff Accountant or similar accounting role.
- Strong knowledge of journal entries and general ledger maintenance.
- Hands-on experience processing biweekly payroll, including use of ADP.
- Familiarity with accounts payable processes, invoice handling, and payment coordination.
- Ability to organize workload effectively and meet recurring deadlines with accuracy.
- Proficiency in accounting systems and spreadsheet tools used for financial reporting and reconciliations.
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Skills
- General ledger
- Payroll
- ADP
- Regulatory compliance
- Accounts payable
- Documentation
- Financial reporting
- Account reconciliation