Staff Accountant Job at Robert Half (New York)

Staff Accountant

Robert Half

Location:
United States , New York

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Not provided

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Job Description:

We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a collaborative accounting team in New York and support daily financial operations for both a corporate organization and its expanding nonprofit foundation. This position offers broad exposure to general accounting, payroll, reconciliations, and financial activity tied to donor-funded events and program operations. The role is well suited for an early-career detail-oriented candidate who wants to build practical experience across multiple entities while working closely with leadership in a mission-focused environment.

Job Responsibility:

Manage financial recordkeeping for the foundation, including contributions, event revenue, partnership activity, and related transactions
Support accounting for fundraising efforts by documenting financial activity connected to events, auctions, and donor-supported initiatives
Reconcile intercompany balances between the organization and its foundation and prepare appropriate entries to maintain accurate records
Perform recurring bank and balance sheet reconciliations to ensure account accuracy and timely issue resolution
Prepare journal entries, maintain general ledger activity, and assist with monthly closing tasks across assigned accounts
Process semi-monthly payroll and record payroll allocations and related entries for multiple programs or cost centers
Monitor reimbursable expenses, petty cash activity, and program spending across various locations and funding sources
Provide day-to-day accounting and administrative support to the Controller and assist with evolving departmental priorities as needed

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
1–3 years of accounting experience, with nonprofit, foundation, or corporate accounting experience welcomed
Hands-on experience with QuickBooks or comparable accounting software
Strong working knowledge of journal entries, general ledger maintenance, and account reconciliations
Proficiency in Excel with the ability to organize, review, and analyze financial data accurately
Ability to manage multiple deadlines and maintain attention to detail in a growing environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills with a detail-oriented and organized approach to work

What we offer:

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 03, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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