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Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting/Payroll Administrator to join our team in East Greenbush, New York. In this role, you will be responsible for managing various financial and payroll tasks, ensuring compliance with tax regulations, and assisting with audits. This position offers an opportunity to play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the organization's administrative needs.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily bookkeeping activities, including cash flow management, accounts receivable and payable, billing, and payroll preparation.

• You will cross train with the other accounting assistant so you have back-up.

• Reconcile bank accounts and credit card accounts to ensure accurate financial reporting.

• Assist in preparing financial data for audits, including annual, Worker’s Compensation, and other organizational audits.

• Communicate with customers regarding account inquiries and provide updates on past-due balances.

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations.

• Process accounts payable transactions, including verifying invoices, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining vendor records.

• Record enrollment contracts and oversee tuition payment collections, ensuring accurate cash receipt documentation.

• Support payroll administration by setting up and maintaining employee records, processing payroll data, and preparing necessary reports.

• Prepare and distribute departmental budgets and handle incoming and outgoing business office mail.

• Manage office organization tasks, such as filing, record-keeping, and processing requests for certificates of insurance.

Requirements • Associate degree in accounting or a related field is preferred.

• Solid understanding of accounting principles, payroll systems, and business office practices.

• Proficiency in QuickBooks, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word), Google Suite, and other financial software.

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.

• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting and data entry.

• Proven ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working with team members and external stakeholders.

• Experience in educational or non-profit settings is a plus.

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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