Accountant, Accounts Receivable​/ Collections, Accounting Assistant

Description We are looking for a detail-driven Accountant to join our team in New York, New York. This Contract to permanent position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to essential accounting operations, including invoicing, accounts receivable/payable, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and demonstrate a commitment to accuracy and efficiency.

Responsibilities:

- Review contracts and booking reports to ensure accurate data entry into the accounting systems.

- Investigate pending checks or wire transactions and collaborate with client teams to resolve missing bookings.

- Provide support to agents and assistants by addressing queries related to booking report submissions.

- Perform month-end closing tasks, including revenue recognition and updating schedules.

- Process monthly billing adjustments and address discrepancies or billing-related inquiries.

- Identify and collect past-due balances while maintaining positive client relationships.

- Conduct monthly training sessions for new agent assistants to familiarize them with trust accounting procedures.

- Assist in preparing accounts receivable budgets, identifying variances, and implementing corrective actions.

- Support special projects, company initiatives, and process improvement efforts.

- Create and manage customized Excel spreadsheets based on client needs and requests. Requirements - Bachelor's degree preferred, with at least 3 years of experience in finance or accounting.

- Proven experience in reconciling accounts and resolving discrepancies.

- Entertainment industry experience is a plus.

- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to foster collaboration and teamwork.

- Ability to multitask effectively in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel.

- Familiarity with accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and journal entries.

- Demonstrated organizational skills and initiative to take on additional tasks when needed.

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.

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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  for more information.

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