Staff Accountant

Description We are in search of a Staff Accountant to join our team located in Tampa, Florida. As a Staff Accountant, you will be engaged in various accounting tasks such as billing, managing accounts payable, maintaining the general ledger, and handling journal entries. This role also involves balancing the general ledger, performing reconciliations, and carrying out month-end close procedures. This short-term contract position offers a unique opportunity to gain experience with a new software i-Rely, which will be introduced in January 2025.Responsibilities: Play a crucial role in the billing process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness Manage the accounts payable function to maintain financial control Maintain the general ledger, ensuring all entries are accurate and up-to-date Prepare and submit journal entries, ensuring each entry is recorded correctly Balance the general ledger regularly to ensure all entries match Perform bank reconciliations, resolving any discrepancies swiftly and accurately Carry out month-end close procedures, ensuring all financial data is correct and up-to-date Gain proficiency in the use of new software, i-Rely, to be introduced in January 2025 Understand and apply knowledge of debits and credits in daily tasks. Requirements Proven experience in Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) Proficiency in performing bank reconciliations In-depth understanding of General Ledger management Ability to record accurate Journal Entries Experience in Month End Close procedures Familiarity with NetSuite software Experience working with Oracle systems Knowledge and hands-on experience with QuickBooks Proficiency in SAP software A degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field. 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) .