Accounting Associate
Salary: $55,000–$65,000 DOE
About the Role
A well-established, growing equipment sales and service company is hiring an Accounting Associate to support daily accounting, reporting, and special projects—while learning full-cycle accounting across multiple related entities. You’ll partner closely with the Controller and have clear pathways to expand your scope over time.
What You’ll Do
Post journal entries; perform account reconciliations and internal reporting
Process AP (vendor invoices, POs, expense reports) and AR (payments, deposits, cash receipts)
Reconcile bank and credit card accounts; assist with month-end and year-end close
Maintain organized digital and physical records; prepare internal financial/operational reports
Communicate with vendors, customers, and internal teams to resolve discrepancies
Work in QuickBooks and a dealer management platform (training provided)
Support accounting across multiple entities (operations, graphics division, real estate holdings)
Handle financial data with confidentiality, accuracy, and integrity
What You’ll Bring
Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Accounting/Finance/Business preferred (or equivalent experience)
2+ years of accounting or bookkeeping preferred; will consider strong early-career talent
Solid understanding of GAAP and financial recordkeeping
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general computer literacy
High attention to detail, organization, reliability, and strong communication skills
Desire to learn and take on increasing responsibility in a tight-knit team
Culture & Growth
Professional, collaborative, family-oriented environment
Stable leadership committed to mentoring and knowledge transfer
Exposure to full-cycle accounting and cross-entity work with growth toward senior roles
Benefits
Competitive salary ($55K–$65K DOE)
401(k)
Health insurance via PEO
Paid time off and holidays
Long-term growth in a financially stable, expanding company
Submit your resume to cnyjobs@hiresapphire.com for immediate consideration.
Sapphire Recruitment is an EOE.
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