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Accountant

Location: Chester, NY 10918 (Onsite)

Pay Rate: $25.00 – $31.00 / hr W2

Job Type: Contract-to-Hire

Employment Type: Direct W2 Only (Strictly No Corp-to-Corp / C2C, 1099, Third-Party Agencies, or W2 Referrals)

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Accountant to join our finance team in Chester, NY. In this contract-to-hire role, you will prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, reconcile general ledger accounts, perform variance analyses, and ensure strict accuracy across corporate financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting: Compile, examine, and prepare financial statements and reports reflecting company financial performance. Assist the Controller with month-end financial statement preparation and closing reviews.

• GL & Variance Analysis: Reconcile general ledger accounts monthly and quarterly, perform root-cause analysis for monthly budget-to-actual variances, and resolve inconsistencies.

• Budgeting & Analytical Research: Research historical financial data to support budgeting assumptions, custom reporting, and special finance projects.

• Issue Resolution & Compliance: Navigate complex expense and revenue reconciliation issues. Ensure SOX compliance across accounting workflows and coordinate with cross-functional teams to maintain financial integrity.

Position Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.

• Experience: 1–2 years of accounting, bookkeeping, or corporate finance experience preferred.

• Technical Proficiency: Advanced knowledge of and hands-on experience with Microsoft Excel. Hands-on experience with Oracle EBS or BlackLine is a plus.

• Compliance & Standards: Basic familiarity with GAAP and SOX compliance standards.

• Core Competencies: Strong quantitative analysis, problem-solving, and organizational skills with excellent verbal and written communication.

Eligibility & Benefits

• Direct W2 Applicants Only: Third-party agency submissions, C2C, or 1099 candidates will not be considered.

• Consultant Benefits Package: Upon completion of the initial waiting period, W2 contractors are eligible for:

  • Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision Plans

  • Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA / Dependent Care)

  • Short-Term / Long-Term Disability & Supplemental Life Insurance

  • 401(k) with Company Match

  • Weekly Pay Schedule

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis and Talent Solutions.

Experis® is a global leader in technology services and part of the ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN) family of brands. We connect skilled technology professionals with meaningful opportunities where they can grow their careers, expand their expertise and make a real impact. Guided by the belief that it takes Human Ingenuity to unlock the true potential of technology, Experis helps people gain experience with leading organizations, build sought-after skills and take the next step toward a brighter future. Backed by ManpowerGroup's 75+ years of workforce expertise and global reach across more than 70 countries and territories, Experis brings the scale, insight and opportunity to help people and businesses thrive. ManpowerGroup is consistently recognized for its commitment to inclusion, ethics and responsible business, including being named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies. Learn more at Experis.com.