Description We are offering a role in the financial industry, specifically in the New York location. The position is a Staff Accountant, with a focus on credit clerk functions. This is a short-term contract engagement where you will be working in a fast-paced environment, handling customer credit applications and maintaining accurate customer credit records.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with department heads to develop and implement department and program budgets

• Review and analyze budget proposals, providing insight into fund requests

• Monitor revenue and expense actuals, compare them to projections, and investigate any discrepancies

• Enter and review invoice information into relevant finance software

• Perform ongoing analysis to monitor any miscoded revenue/expense, coordinating with accounting and grants teams to create necessary journal entries and salary allocation changes

• Monitor spending to identify expenditure tendencies and conduct cost-benefit analyses to determine program and cost efficiency

• Prepare regular and special budget reports, offering recommendations when necessary

• Attend all budget and forecast team meetings, actively participating in annual budget development and ongoing reviews

• Utilize software tools such as Sage Intacct, Microsoft Excel, bill.com for daily tasks and responsibilities

• Apply knowledge of Grant Accounting and Accounts Payable (AP) in executing tasks and responsibilities. Requirements • Proven experience in the role of a Staff Accountant or similar position

• Proficiency in Sage Intacct accounting software

• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and its functionalities

• Experience with bill.com for managing financial operations

• Familiarity with Grant Accounting procedures and principles

• Proficiency in managing Accounts Payable (AP) processes

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field

• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in work

• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret financial data

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make sound decisions

• Familiarity with accounting regulations and standards

• Ability to handle confidential information responsibly

• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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