Staff Accountant

Description We are in search of a Staff Accountant to join our team in the non-profit sector based in the Lawrenceville, New Jersey area. As a Staff Accountant, you will be tasked with providing support to our financial department by managing daily accounting tasks. Your main responsibilities will include preparing financial statements, maintaining and analyzing balance sheets, and working closely with our accounting team to create and analyze financial reports.Responsibilities: Assisting in the preparation of financial statements Analyzing and maintaining balance sheets and income statement accounts Overseeing the approval process of Accounts Payable invoices for assigned regions Conducting monthly bank reconciliations Handling monthly/quarterly general journal entries Overseeing semi-monthly payroll validation of allocations and budgets Assisting with billing inquiries and preparing grants/contracts billing Analyzing monthly variance reports for internal management reporting Preparing and maintaining budgets in NetSuite Preparing monthly expense allocations and entering in the general ledger Monitoring and managing PEX, grocery cards for assigned regions Preparing and submitting payment of sales taxes Providing account reconciliations for compliance and annual audits Preparing FTE reports for each payroll cycle Monitoring and preparing monthly Vacancy Report for state(s) Preparing and monitoring monthly PNA, Room, and Board schedules Reviewing and approving T& E reports via InterplX web browser software Maintaining contractual and general ledger files in an organized manner Preparing required documents for local, state, and federal government agencies Applying for tax exemption status as neededRequirements Must hold a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Proven experience as a staff accountant, preferably within a non-profit organization. Proficiency in Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) management. Must be proficient in Excel. Proficient in managing General Ledger activities. Experience in preparing Journal Entries. Capable of handling Month End Close processes diligently. Knowledge and hands-on experience with NetSuite software. Must be familiar with Oracle software. Proficiency in QuickBooks is a must. Experience with SAP software is required. Excellent analytical skills with an attention to detail. Strong organizational and time-management abilities. Must demonstrate high levels of integrity and professionalism.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) .