Job Details


Accounting/Finance


Staff Accountant  Albany, NY  Posted: 3/19/2026
Job Description

Job ID#:

5158

Job Category:

Accounting/Finance


Staff Accountant

Location: Near Albany, NY
Salary Range: $60,000 - $70,000
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

Our well-established client is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support financial operations across its portfolio. This role works closely with accounting, operations, and property management teams to ensure accurate financial reporting, billing, and compliance.

This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career accounting professional looking to grow within a collaborative and stable environment.


Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Analysis

  • Prepare and analyze general ledger activity and financial statements
  • Perform variance analysis and support month-end close processes


Cash Management & Reconciliations

  • Process daily cash receipts including checks, ACH, and wire transactions
  • Complete monthly bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies


Billing & Accounts Receivable

  • Support tenant billing processes and ensure accuracy of lease-related charges
  • Monitor accounts receivable and assist with collections and documentation


Accounts Payable & Vendor Support

  • Review vendor invoices for accuracy and proper coding
  • Coordinate with accounts payable to ensure timely processing


Budgeting & Audit Support

  • Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting schedules
  • Support audits and maintain organized financial documentation


Additional Responsibilities

  • Track insurance certificates and compliance documentation
  • Assist with job costing and financial project tracking
  • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure accurate reporting across properties

 
Job Requirements

 

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
  • 2+ years of accounting experience
  • Experience in property or real estate accounting preferred
  • Familiarity with Sage 300 or similar accounting software is a plus
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite
  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Strong communication and ability to manage deadlines

 

To see a full listing of all our open positions, please visit:
 
https://www.redshiftrecruiting.com/jobs-hiring-near-me

 

redShift Recruiting is the region's premier recruiting agency with over 100 years of combined experience in the recruiting field. We specialize in permanent, temporary, and temp-to-hire positions. Our superior service combined with our highly qualified and carefully selected bank of candidates sets us apart.

 

 




 

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