Staff Accountant Job at Robert Half (Mount Kisco)

Staff Accountant

Robert Half

Location:
United States , Mount Kisco

Category:
IT - Administration

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

Not provided

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Job Description:

We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join an organization in Mount Kisco, New York, in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This permanent, on-site role supports both day-to-day accounting operations and essential HR administration, making it ideal for someone who is comfortable balancing financial accuracy with employee support. The position works closely with finance and leadership teams to keep reporting, billing, payroll, and compliance activities running smoothly.

Job Responsibility:

Manage day-to-day accounting activity across the general ledger, including journal entries, accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash activity, payroll postings, fixed assets, and depreciation
Oversee tuition and related billing records, support families through registration and account questions, and follow up on past-due balances to improve collections
Prepare and submit documentation for government subsidy claims and other receivables, ensuring records are complete, timely, and accurate
Administer payroll and HR-related processes, including benefits coordination, retirement plan support, leave tracking, employee deduction questions, and workers’ compensation and disability-related matters
Reconcile bank, credit card, investment, and other balance sheet accounts while researching variances, aging items, and unusual account activity
Partner with internal teams to track and reconcile fundraising and donation-related financial activity, including contributed goods and event-based transactions
Complete the monthly close within established deadlines and review financial results, budget comparisons, and supporting schedules with finance leadership
Assist with annual audit preparation by organizing schedules, responding to requests, and working with external audit partners to support timely completion
Contribute to special assignments and process-related projects as business needs arise throughout the year

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field with a strong foundation in general accounting principles
Four to six years of accounting experience, including accrual-based accounting, revenue recognition, and month-end close responsibilities
Hands-on experience with payroll processing, timekeeping, accrual tracking, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial reconciliations
Practical knowledge of HR administration, including employee benefits, retirement plan coordination, leave management, and workers’ compensation support
Proficiency with QuickBooks Desktop or QuickBooks Enterprise and strong Microsoft Excel skills, including working with formulas and pivot tables
Ability to manage multiple priorities independently while maintaining accuracy, confidentiality, and strong follow-through
Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with leadership, employees, families, vendors, and external partners

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 16, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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