Description To be successful at this Accountant position, you should be someone who creates spreadsheets in your sleep, be looking to find your place in the accounting field. Robert Half has an exciting opportunity for an entry-level Accountant with a highly successful organization. This role is responsible for reviewing financial statements with a heavy data entry component. You'll thrive in this entry-level position if you're an Excel enthusiast interested in spreadsheet creation and manipulation. This long-term contract / temporary to hire entry-level Accountant position is located in Valhalla, New York.How you will make an impact
Put together monthly journal entries
Facilitating audit fieldwork for both operational and financial audits
Investigating and fixing account discrepancies
Assisting with full cycle Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable processes
Carrying out other related duties and participating in special projects as assigned
Ensuring that accounts contained in the general ledger are correct
Log data Requirements - Applicants are recommended to hold an AA or BS/BA degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Accurate, swift, data entry abilities
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel (PivotTables, vlookups) is preferred
At minimum, 1 year of relevant accounting experience
Knowledge of Tax Preparation
Solid understanding of QuickBooks
Bookkeeping Functions experience
Willing to work as part of a team or independently and have the drive to take on a variety of tasks and projects
High attention to detail
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) .