• Staff Accountant

    Robert Half Finance & Accounting (Southfield, MI)


    Description

    Staff Accountant

     

    Department: Finance

     

    Reports to: Controller

     

    FLSA Status: Exempt

     

    About the Role

     

    Our client, a fast-growing construction company operating in more than eight states, is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join their dynamic Finance team. This hybrid role (3 days in-office) offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a collaborative and expanding organization known for its positive culture, team support, and commitment to professional development.

    Key Responsibilities

    + Participate in the month-end close, including journal entries and preparation of financial statements

    + Maintain and reconcile job cost data, assist in work-in-process (WIP) schedules, and support financial reviews

    + Prepare balance sheet reconciliations for accounts such as prepaids, credit cards, and fixed assets

    + Process customer invoices, monitor payment status, and resolve discrepancies

    + Support operations with service agreements, proposals, and cost-of-service estimates

    + Collaborate on accounts payable and receivable functions, including vendor invoice coding and purchase requisition creation

    + Review expense reports to ensure proper job costing

    + Assist in payroll reconciliation, entering labor hours, and troubleshooting payroll-related system issues

    + Compile reports, presentations, and performance metrics for leadership review

    + Maintain department records and participate in document control and data management

    + Engage in continuous process improvements and recommend updated procedures

     

    For immediate and confidential consideration please apply today. If you have questions or if you would like more information, please call Jeff Sokolowski directly at (248) 365-6131,

    Requirements

    Preferred Qualifications

    + Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and at least 1 year of accounting experience, or 4+ years of practical experience

    + Background in construction or service industries preferred

    + ERP system experience strongly desired

    + Proficiency in Microsoft Office365 (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint)

    + Excellent written and verbal communication skills

    + Strong organizational, analytical, and multitasking abilities

    + High attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information with integrity

     

    Additional Information

     

    + Occasional travel may be required

    + Must be able to sit for prolonged periods and lift up to 15 lbs

    + Valid driver’s license preferred

     

    This is a fantastic opportunity to join a construction company that values innovation, collaboration, and long-term career growth in a hybrid, team-oriented environment

     

    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.

     

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    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.

     

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