Benefits:

Professional Dues Paid

Incentive Compensation

Referral Bonuses

Summer Hours

Holiday Pay

Voluntary Benefits

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Benefits/Perks

Careers Advancement Opportunities

Competitive Compensation

Job Summary

We are looking for a Staff Accountant who enjoys stepping into fast-moving environments, supporting important client initiatives, and contributing reliable financial expertise across assignments. The role offers the chance to apply core accounting knowledge in varied business settings while building strong partnerships and maintaining high standards of accuracy.

Responsibilities

Manage daily accounting activities, including recording journal entries and maintaining accurate general ledger balances.

Perform bank and account reconciliations to identify discrepancies, resolve issues, and support clean financial records.

Assist with month-end closing tasks by preparing supporting schedules, reviewing transactions, and helping ensure timely reporting.

Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions while monitoring accuracy, payment timing, and outstanding balances.

Prepare client billing information and maintain documentation that supports invoicing and revenue tracking.

Support sales tax-related activities by organizing records, reviewing transactions, and assisting with compliance requirements.

Adjust quickly to different client environments, accounting systems, and internal workflows while maintaining productivity.

Partner with client contacts and internal teams to deliver dependable accounting support on project-based and interim assignments.

At least 2 years of accounting experience in a staff accountant or similar position.

Hands-on knowledge of journal entries, general ledger maintenance, and month-end close processes.

Experience handling bank reconciliations, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and billing activities.

Familiarity with sales tax processes and supporting compliance-related accounting tasks.

Ability to work effectively in changing environments and adapt to new systems and procedures.

Strong attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy, organization, and meeting deadlines.

Clear communication skills and the ability to build productive working relationships with clients and team members.

Enter financial data and transactions

Analyze budgets and other financial information

Reconcile bank statements

Prepare financial reports and statements

Verify the accuracy of transactions that have been entered

Process accounts payable and accounts receivable

Create accounting policies to comply with all rules and regulations

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field

Previous experience as an accountant, bookkeeper, or similar position

Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)

Good with spreadsheets, experienced in Microsoft Excel, QuickBooks, and basic accounting systems

Strong mathematical and analytical skills

Excellent attention to detail, time management, and communication skills

Must live within 30 miles of Amherst, NY

No Relocation