Jr Staff Accountant

Description We are seeking a Staff Accountant to join our team. Located in Peabody, Massachusetts, this role offers a contract to permanent employment opportunity. As a Staff Accountant, you will be responsible for various accounting tasks, including managing Accounts Payable and Receivable, performing bank reconciliations, and maintaining the general ledger.Responsibilities: Oversee and manage the entire Accounts Payable (AP) process Handle all aspects of Accounts Receivable (AR), ensuring all transactions are recorded accurately Conduct regular bank reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy Maintain the general ledger, ensuring all entries are accurate and up-to-date Make regular journal entries for all receipts, payments, and other financial transactions Assist with the month-end close process to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting Utilize Microsoft Excel to create spreadsheets and reports, analyze data, and track financial information. Requirements Possess a minimum of 2 years of experience in an accounting role Proficient in Accounts Payable (AP) operations Experienced in handling Accounts Receivable (AR) Ability to perform Bank Reconciliations accurately Proficient in maintaining and updating the General Ledger Skilled in making Journal Entries Experience in performing Month End Close activities Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is essential 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.© 2025 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) .