Staff Accountant

Chris Preble from Robert Half is looking for a Staff Accountant to support financial operations for a manufacturing organization in Utica, New York. This role works closely with operational leaders to deliver accurate reporting, meaningful cost analysis, and practical financial insight that supports business performance. The position is well suited for someone who enjoys combining core accounting responsibilities with process improvement and cross-functional collaboration.Responsibilities:• Help prepare monthly financial statements, account reconciliations, and supporting analyses to ensure timely and accurate reporting.• Review operating results, investigate variances, and communicate trends, risks, and improvement opportunities to management.• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities, including journal entries, general ledger review, and related schedules.• Evaluate manufacturing costs, product margins, and operational performance to help identify actions that improve efficiency and profitability.• Maintain cost-related data such as bills of materials and support accurate inventory valuation, reconciliations, and cost of goods sold reporting.• Contribute to the annual budgeting process and periodic forecasts by compiling financial data and assessing performance against plan.• Partner with operations, supply chain, and leadership teams to provide financial modeling, pricing support, and business analysis for key decisions.• Participate in continuous improvement efforts that strengthen reporting processes, financial controls, and overall accounting efficiency.• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field.• Ability to collaborate effectively across departments while managing deadlines and maintaining attention to detail.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 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 and Privacy Notice.