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Robert Half is looking for a detail-oriented Accountant to support day-to-day financial operations for a client. This Accountant position plays an important role in maintaining accurate records, strengthening reporting processes, and ensuring accounting activities align with established standards. The ideal Accountant candidate brings a solid foundation in core accounting practices and can manage multiple priorities with accuracy and professionalism. The Accountant role should have 1+ years experience working in an Accounting and Finance role and have GAAP accounting.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and record financial transactions in the accounting system with accuracy and timeliness.
- Maintain the general ledger by reviewing entries, validating supporting documentation, and resolving discrepancies.
- Complete account reconciliations on a regular basis to confirm balances and identify issues requiring follow-up.
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities, including the preparation of adjusting entries.
- Ensure accounting work is performed in accordance with GAAP and internal financial controls.
- Analyze financial data and provide clear documentation to support reporting and audit needs.
- Partner with internal teams to clarify account activity and improve the reliability of financial records.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Experience preparing journal entries and supporting month-end close activities.
- Working knowledge of general ledger accounting and financial statement fundamentals.
- Understanding of GAAP accounting principles and their practical application.
- Ability to perform account reconciliations with strong attention to detail.
- Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage deadlines and maintain accuracy.