accountant (temporary).

A large organization in Stony Brook, NY is seeking a Temporary Accountant to support their accounting department through September 19, 2025. We are looking for a candidate with prior accounting experience who can work independently in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment. Written and verbal communication skills are essential, as this role will involve interaction with various internal departments and external vendors. Key Responsibilities:

• Support Accounts Receivable (AR) processes
• Assist with audit preparation and support
• Contribute to month-end and fiscal year-end closing activities

If you're a detail-oriented accounting professional ready to hit the ground running, apply today or send your resume to jenn.eng@randstadusa.com for immediate consideration!

 

salary: $18 - $20 per hour
shift: First
work hours: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
education: High School



Responsibilities

Accounting:
○ Update wire schedule with inbound wire transactions
○ Update other tracking files
○ Review of JPMC Credit Card reconciliations in Concur
○ Review of select Balance Sheet and Income Statement GL accounts;
identify issues and prepare correcting journal entries and support
○ Audit support June 1 through December 15 – mostly pulling information
from various systems and saving into files, ticking and tying out sample
selection support
● AP Support (as needed):
○ Receive, sort, organize and ensure timely generation and sending of
invoices, payments, receipts and any other financial documentation.
○ Update, maintain, and ensure data entry is accurate and up to date in
PeopleSoft, AvidXchange and OnBase for all transactions.
○ Assist with daily Concourse and Concur related transactions.
○ Review AP transactions for accuracy and completeness.
● Communication/Relationship Development:
○ Handle inquiries from various Stony Brook University departments and
partners to resolve issues.
● Compliance and Documentation:
○ Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting regulations and standards
such as GAAP and IRS Regulations

● General Support:
○ Coordinate with other departments to ensure smooth financial operations.
Support the Accounting team with various projects as needed. Support the

Accounting team with general administrative tasks as needed. Assist in
month-end and fiscal year-end closing processes.

● Other duties as assigned


Skills

• Accounting Coursework
• Accounting
• Credit Card Reconciliations
• Concur
• Balance Sheets
• Income Statements
• Journal Entries
• Audit - Internal
• Accounts Receivable
• Data Entry
• Verbal Communication
• Written Communication
• GAAP
• Administrative Duties
• Month-End Close

Qualifications

• Years of experience: 1 year
• Experience level: Experienced

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At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.