Description We are offering a contract for an Accountant - Entry Level in the education industry, specifically within a university context. The role is based in New York, New York, providing an engaging and dynamic workplace environment. Responsibilities: • Take responsibility for the accurate and efficient processing of customer credit applications • Maintain and update customer credit records consistently • Monitor customer accounts and take necessary action based on account status • Prepare and transmit payroll through the university's contracted payroll system, ensuring all tax changes, personnel information changes, and voluntary deductions are updated • Coordinate pay dates and validate payrolls, ensuring accuracy of all employee/student compensation • Prepare and distribute support staff and student timesheets/cards, following up with employees and supervisors to obtain missing timesheets or approvals • Support in preparing invoices for payment by obtaining approvals, matching purchase order numbers, and verifying for possible duplicate payments • Assist in maintaining accounting schedules such as accounts payable accruals and prepaid expenses • Support in the day-to-day operations of the Accounting Department, including the preparation, review, and filing of documents • Work with payroll vendors on payroll issues and payroll tax issues • Assist outside Auditors with all required schedules, year-end audit requests, and auditor’s questions. Requirements • Candidate must possess a minimum of 2 years of experience in the field of accounting. • Proficiency in account coding is mandatory. • Knowledge and experience with accounting software systems is required. • Proficient in Adobe Acrobat. • Familiarity with Dynamics NAV is preferred. • Experience with ERP Solutions is needed. • Strong account analysis skills. • Ability to handle accounting entries and functions. • Experience in account reconciliation is necessary. • Experience with accounts payable (AP) is a must. • Familiarity with LEED Accounts Payable is advantageous. • Ideal candidate must have a strong understanding of the education industry, specifically university level. 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) .