Staff Accountant POST NUMBER: 150020

Client: Creative Agency Job Title: Staff Accountant Location: Manhattan, NYC Onsite- 4 days onsite 1 day from home Pay Rate - $25/hr-$31/hr Contract to Length: 1-3 month temp potential to convert Staff Accountant Position Summary We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support accounting operations, accounts payable processes, payment workflows, and month-end close activities. This role will play a key part in maintaining accurate financial records, improving process efficiency, and ensuring timely execution of day-to-day accounting functions. The ideal candidate is proactive, process-driven, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with evolving priorities. This individual will collaborate closely with finance leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to support financial operations and strengthen internal controls. Key Responsibilities Accounting Operations & Month-End Close Assist with month-end close activities, including account reconciliations, journal entry preparation, schedule maintenance, and balance sheet account analysis. Reconcile cash, clearing accounts, accounts payable, and other assigned balance sheet accounts. Maintain accurate and organized supporting documentation to ensure audit readiness. Identify discrepancies and support resolution efforts to improve data accuracy and financial reporting integrity. Accounts Payable & Payment Processing Process vendor invoices, ensuring proper coding, documentation, and approval routing. Support the full accounts payable cycle, from invoice intake through payment preparation. Prepare payment support packages and maintain visibility into payment status and workflow progress. Maintain vendor records, including tax documentation, addresses, payment information, and related compliance requirements. Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies, duplicate payments, payment exceptions, and vendor inquiries. Assist with annual vendor tax reporting and documentation requirements, including 1099 support. Invoice & Transaction Support Partner with internal stakeholders to research and resolve invoice discrepancies and transaction-related issues. Review supporting documentation to ensure transactions are accurately recorded and properly documented. Escalate exceptions and recommend solutions to facilitate timely resolution. Process Improvement & Documentation Develop and maintain process documentation, standard operating procedures, checklists, and workflow trackers. Support efforts to improve efficiency, standardization, and automation across accounting processes. Assist with system implementations, process enhancements, and integration of new workflows. Promote consistent use of accounting and financial systems to improve reporting accuracy and operational effectiveness. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred. 3 years of accounting experience in a fast-paced business environment. Experience supporting month-end close activities, reconciliations, and general accounting functions. Hands-on experience with accounts payable processing and payment workflows. Strong understanding of accounting principles and internal controls. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets, including pivot tables, lookups, and data analysis. Experience with accounting software, expense management tools, bill pay platforms, and online banking systems. Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines. Effective written and verbal communication skills. High level of professionalism, discretion, and integrity when handling confidential information. Preferred Qualifications Experience in a professional services, agency, project-based, or service-oriented environment. Exposure to process improvement initiatives and workflow optimization. Experience working in a growing or evolving organization. Success in This Role Consistently delivers accurate and timely accounting support. Maintains strong controls and well-organized financial documentation. Identifies opportunities to improve processes and operational efficiency. Builds collaborative relationships across teams and effectively resolves issues. Contributes to a scalable and well-controlled accounting function.