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Junior Accountant

Robert Half
Albany, NY Contractor
POSTED ON 1/7/2025 CLOSED ON 1/17/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Junior Accountant position at Robert Half?

Salary: $19.00 to $22.00 hourly

Description

Our client is a mission-driven organization committed to providing exceptional services in healthcare and community support. They are seeking a detail-oriented Junior Accountant to join their growing finance team. This role offers an excellent opportunity for professional growth in a dynamic and supportive work environment. This is a temporary to hire role.

Responsibilities

  • Execute accounting functions, including the processing of account coding and accounting entries.
  • Utilize accounting software systems such as Oracle Net Suite to maintain and analyze accounts.
  • Manage state and federal grants, ensuring all relevant accounting procedures are followed.
  • Oversee the continuation of funding applications, ensuring they are submitted accurately and on time.
  • Perform account reconciliation tasks, ensuring all financial data is accurate.
  • Use Adobe Acrobat and other ERP solutions for document management and other related tasks.
  • Monitor customer accounts, addressing any issues or discrepancies that arise.
  • Maintain accurate records of customer credit applications.
  • Resolve customer inquiries related to their accounts in a detail oriented and timely manner.
  • Manage the Accounts Payable (AP) process, ensuring all payments are made accurately and on time.


Requirements

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • 1-2 years of professional accounting experience.
  • Proficiency in Oracle NetSuite is required.
  • Knowledge of Medicaid services and grant management is highly desirable.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.


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.

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

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