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Robert Half —Lancaster, NY
- $110,000 - $120,000 a year
- Mid-level
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- Analysis skills
- Disability insurance
- Dental insurance
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EmpireEMCO, Inc. —Getzville, NY
- $75,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
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- Disability insurance
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Allient Incorporated —Buffalo, NY
- $150,000 - $165,000 a year
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The Legal Aid Bureau of Buffalo, Inc. —Buffalo, NY
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- 5 years
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Assistant Controller

Robert Half -
Lancaster, NY

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Job Details

$110,000 - $120,000 a year

Benefits

Disability insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Vision insurance

Qualifications

Financial close processing
Internal controls
Sales tax return preparation
Financial transaction processing
Financial statement analysis
Labor cost analysis
Inventory accuracy improvements
Mid-level
External financial audit coordination
Financial performance report preparation
Accurate transaction records management
Analysis skills
Financial records management
Financial workflow efficiency improvements
Compliance documentation
Financial statement interpretation
Closing the books
Variance analysis reporting
Financial compliance enhancement
Data accuracy checks
Accounting error correction
Regulatory compliance accounting
Audit support
Fixed asset management
Financial compliance
Use tax

Full Job Description

We are looking for an Assistant Controller to support financial operations and help strengthen accounting processes in Lancaster, New York. This role partners closely with leadership and operational teams to maintain accurate reporting, improve cost visibility, and ensure compliance across core accounting activities. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical judgment, a hands-on approach to month-end close, and the ability to guide improvements in a fast-moving environment.

Responsibilities:

Guide daily accounting activities in partnership with leadership, helping the team deliver accurate and timely financial results.
Evaluate existing workflows, recommend practical process enhancements, and drive implementation of more efficient accounting practices.
Review labor, overhead, and purchasing-related variances to identify trends, explain performance drivers, and support corrective action.
Collaborate with operations personnel to strengthen inventory accuracy and refine costing methodologies.
Coordinate responses for audit requests and help maintain adherence to internal control standards and compliance requirements.
Oversee the month-end close cycle, ensuring deadlines are met and financial records are complete and reliable.
Examine general ledger activity, investigate unusual entries, and work with stakeholders to resolve discrepancies.
Administer fixed asset accounting, including asset setup, tracking, depreciation reporting, and record maintenance.
Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, tax-related filings, and travel and entertainment payment processes to support overall financial accuracy.
Demonstrated experience managing month-end close activities within a fast-paced accounting environment.
Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting principles.
Ability to analyze financial statement fluctuations, cost variances, and transactional inconsistencies with a high level of accuracy.
Experience supporting financial statement audits and responding effectively to auditor documentation requests.
Familiarity with internal controls and compliance practices, including exposure to DCAA requirements.
Working knowledge of fixed asset accounting, depreciation tracking, and related reporting.
Experience with sales and use tax processes and other recurring accounting compliance obligations.

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.

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