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Posted June 10, 2026
Robert Half

Bookkeeper

New York, NY 10128-0601, US Temporary
Compensation: $30 to $36 Hourly

We are looking for a Bookkeeper to join our team on a Contract basis. This position will support payroll, accounting, and administrative operations by maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with reconciliations, and contributing to month-end and year-end activities. The ideal candidate brings strong bookkeeping experience, sound judgment with confidential information, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in an organized environment.

Responsibilities:
• Administer semi-monthly payroll processing and keep payroll files complete, current, and accurate.
• Update payroll records to reflect employee onboarding, separations, benefit changes, withholdings, and tax-related adjustments.
• Monitor payroll practices for compliance with applicable regulations and complete required reporting in a timely manner.
• Prepare journal entries and perform reconciliations for payroll, benefits, and general ledger accounts.
• Assist with monthly close and year-end accounting activities by organizing schedules, supporting documentation, and account analysis.
• Maintain orderly financial records and ensure source documents are properly filed and accessible for review.
• Provide office support through data entry, document handling, and other administrative tasks that help daily operations run smoothly.
• Partner with the Finance & Operations leadership team on special assignments and additional accounting or operational needs as requested.
• Contribute to audit readiness by assembling requested materials and helping prepare schedules for the annual internal financial review.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in bookkeeping with hands-on responsibility for payroll and day-to-day accounting activities.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks, including QuickBooks Desktop, for financial recordkeeping and reporting.
• Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and adjusting journal entries.
• Ability to reconcile general ledger accounts accurately and identify discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Familiarity with payroll compliance requirements, including deductions, benefits, and tax-related updates.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage detailed records, deadlines, and multiple priorities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and a detail-oriented approach to administrative support responsibilities.

Compensation

$30.00-$36.00 Hourly

About Us

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 roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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