Description If you're looking to build your career in accounting, there's currently a long-term contract Staff Accountant position with Robert Half that you may want to check out. As a Staff Accountant, you will prepare journal entries, monthly and year-end closings, bank reconciliation, fixed asset maintenance and general ledger reconciliation. During the monthly close, many aspects of internal reporting will be your responsibility. You will assist in developing and implementing accounting policies. In addition, you will participate in compliance, review schedules for the reporting processes, and work alongside our external auditors for quarterly reviews and annual audits. This very involved position works to produce Cash Flow projections, Budgets, and Financial Statements. Based in the Mt. Holly, New Jersey region, this company offers an engaging and multi-faceted opportunity where effort is rewarded.Responsibilities
Take part in various department-wide initiatives
Be responsible for analysis of income statements and balance sheets and communicate findings to management
Prepare complex journal entries and account reconciliations including but not limited to cash, prepaid expenses and payroll
Ad-hoc reporting and special projects, as needed
Report on a wide variety of financial data and communicate it in a useful and understandable manner
Perform month end close, journal entries with minimum supervision
Participate in the month end, quarter end and year end closing process including monthly financial close workbook preparation
Assist in implementation, maintenance and adherence to internal controls and accounting procedures ensuring compliance with GAAP
Maintain capital lease and monthly payment schedules
Carry out fixed asset ledger, depreciation, and reconciliation
Requirements
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Accounting, Finance or Economics
ERP system experience
Self-driven motivator who takes initiative on projects with a strong ability to understand and solve creative challenges
2+ years of recent and relevant accounting experience
Proficient with spreadsheets and databases
Strong organizational, written and verbal communication skills
Microsoft Excel experience highly desired
Journal entries experience required
Deep understanding of GAAP Accounting
Account reconciliation experience desired
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) .