Finance & Accounting Associate: AR, AP & Payroll

Bluefors; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 58,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Bluefors in Syracuse, NY is seeking an Accounting Associate to join the Finance and Accounting team. This mid-level, full-time role supports Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Payroll, reporting to the Controller and collaborating with internal teams to ensure accurate, timely financial transactions.

You will handle bank transactions, customer payments, invoicing, cash application, and credit evaluations; prepare journal entries; reconcile General Ledger accounts; assist with month-end

Qualifications

• Experience in accounting or finance roles.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Knowledge of AR/AP and payroll processes.
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day AR, AP, and Payroll functions.
• Review and record bank transactions and customer payments.
• Prepare customer invoices and apply cash.
• Assist with month-end close and regulatory filings.
• Provide backup across accounting functions as needed.

Skills

Accounts Receivable

Accounts Payable

Payroll

Bank reconciliations

Journal entries

General Ledger

Month-end close

Regulatory filings

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance

Job description

Bluefors in Syracuse, NY is seeking an Accounting Associate to join the Finance and Accounting team. This mid-level, full-time role supports Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Payroll, reporting to the Controller and collaborating with internal teams to ensure accurate, timely financial transactions.

You will handle bank transactions, customer payments, invoicing, cash application, and credit evaluations; prepare journal entries; reconcile General Ledger accounts; assist with month-end