Accounting Clerk

We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to support daily financial operations for a retail organization in White Plains, New York. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone with strong Excel capabilities, solid accounting support experience, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy. The person in this role will help maintain organized financial records, handle payment-related activity, and contribute to efficient account processing in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:
• Reconcile account statements and investigate discrepancies to help ensure accurate financial records.
• Process account-related uploads and maintain clean, organized data within accounting systems and spreadsheets.
• Support accounts payable activities by reviewing invoices, entering transaction details, and preparing items for processing.
• Apply discounts, track payments, and assist with resolving issues related to account balances or outstanding items.
• Use advanced Excel functions to analyze financial information, organize reporting, and complete daily accounting tasks efficiently.
• Manage high-volume clerical and accounting support work while shifting between priorities as business needs change.
• Perform accurate data entry and maintain documentation to support audits, reporting needs, and internal recordkeeping.

Qualifications:

• Advanced Excel skills are required, and successful completion of an Excel assessment is mandatory.
• Prior experience in an accounting support or accounting clerk role beyond entry level is strongly preferred.
• Hands-on experience with account reconciliation, accounts payable, invoice processing, and data entry is required.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks at once while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to think critically and identify practical solutions.
• Comfortable working with discounts, payments, and routine account activity in a detail-oriented environment.

Compensation

$19.00-$22.00 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.

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.