Description Chris Preble from Robert Half is looking for a skilled and dedicated Staff Accountant to join a Syracuse client of his. This role focuses on ensuring accuracy and efficiency in financial operations while supporting key accounting processes. The ideal candidate will excel in a collaborative environment and demonstrate a strong understanding of accounting principles. Benefits here are awesome and this organization has very good work life balance. Responsibilities: • Help to handle monthly and quarterly closing activities, including preparing journal entries and reconciling accounts. • Maintain and balance general ledger accounts to ensure financial accuracy. • Assist with the support the processing of accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions. • Perform detailed bank and credit card reconciliations. • Assist in creating internal financial reports and statements for management review. • Monitor and track expenses, accruals, and prepaid accounts. • Prepare documentation and schedules for audits and tax filings when required. • Identify opportunities for process improvements and uphold compliance with internal controls and company policies. Requirements • Current and relevant experience in a general accounting role. • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills. 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. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. 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. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .