Description If you're looking to build your career in accounting, there's currently a Staff Accountant position through Robert Half that you may want to check out. Based in the Emeryville, California region, this company offers an engaging and mulit-faceted short-term contract / temporary opportunity where effort is rewarded. In this role, the Staff Accountant is in charge of preparing monthly and year-end closings, journal entries, fixed asset maintenance, bank reconciliation, and general ledger reconciliation. This position will require a time commitment, since it produces Financial Statements, Cash Flow projections, and Budgets. You will also be in charge of many aspects of internal reporting during the monthly close. You will also communicate with our external auditors for quarterly reviews and annual audits, play an active role in compliance, and review schedules for the reporting processes.What you get to do every day
Ad-hoc reporting and special projects, as needed
Aid in implementation, maintenance and adherence to internal controls and accounting procedures ensuring compliance with GAAP
Manage capital lease and monthly payment schedules
Be responsible for account reconciliations including prepaid expenses, payroll, and other assignments
Conduct month end close, journal entries, without supervision
Offer descriptions of a large number of financial data and communicate insights in a useful and understandable manner
Be a part of various initiatives spanning multiple departments
Partake in annual closing processes
Be responsible for analysis of income statements and balance sheets and communicate findings to management
Keep up fixed asset ledger, depreciation, and reconciliation Requirements - Ability to work well in matrix organization and dealing with ambiguity
BA/BS or equivalent in Accounting, Finance or Economics
Recent and relevant accounting experience
Spreadsheet and database capabilities
Self-starter, ability to identify issues and resolve problems
Fully formed organizational, written and verbal communication skills
Competent with spreadsheets and databases
Demonstrated analytical abilities, tendency to quickly connect dots and surmise logical outcomes
Ability to complete multiple tasks and projects within deadlines
Proficient in ERP systems
Command of general ledger
Deep understanding of Microsoft Excel
Inventory Accounting experience
Attention to detail and demonstrated ability to follow standard procedures is a requirement
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 (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-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.© 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https:///www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .