Accountant - Entry Level

Description Are you a new graduate and looking for an exciting career in Accounting? Robert Half is looking for you! Robert Half has a permanent Entry Level Staff Accountant position that will give you the opportunity to grow and expand your skills. The Staff Accountant position is onsite in the Downtown, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania region. The responsibilities held by the Staff Accountant include the preparation of monthly and year-end closings, journal entries, fixed asset maintenance, bank reconciliation, and general ledger reconciliation. A great deal of time in this position will be spent producing Financial Statements, Cash Flow projections, and Budgets. Many aspects of internal reporting will be your responsibility during the monthly close. In addition, you will take part in compliance, communicate with our external auditors for quarterly reviews and annual audits, and review schedules for the reporting processes.Responsibilities: Ensure the accurate and timely processing of customer credit applications Maintain and update customer credit records regularly Address and resolve customer credit inquiries in a professional manner Monitor customer credit accounts regularly for any irregularities Take necessary actions to collect delinquent payments from customers Prepare monthly and year-end closings, journal entries, fixed asset maintenance, and bank reconciliation Conduct general ledger reconciliation Develop Financial Statements, Cash Flow projections, and Budgets Participate in compliance and liaise with external auditors for quarterly reviews and annual audits Review schedules for the reporting processes Analyze income statements and balance sheets and report findings to management Support the implementation, maintenance, and adherence to internal controls and accounting procedures ensuring compliance with GAAP Maintain monthly payment schedules Comment on a wide variety of financial data and communicate it in a useful and understandable manner Use Accounting Software Systems, Acomba, Cl Programming, ERP - Enterprise Resource Planning, IBM AS/400, About Time, Accounting Functions, Accounts Payable (AP), and Accounts Receivable (AR) for Check ProcessingIf you have the appropriate background for the Staff Accountant role and are interested in being considered, please apply using the Robert Half website. After applying to this accounting/finance role, please CALL immediately at 412-471-5946 to confirm your application has been received! Ask for Chasity and reference Job # 03730-0012982083Requirements Must hold a bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field. Minimum of two years of experience in an accounting role. Proficiency in Accounting Software Systems is required. Experience with Acomba accounting software is desirable. Knowledge of Cl Programming and ERP - Enterprise Resource Planning is beneficial. Familiarity with IBM AS/400 and About Time software is a plus. Comprehensive understanding of accounting functions. Experience in managing Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) is necessary. Proficiency in check processing. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Attention to detail and accuracy in all aspects of work. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Adherence to ethical standards and confidentiality. Willingness to continuously improve and update knowledge and skills. 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 including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company’s 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays. The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) received varies based on years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources.© 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) .