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Description

Position Summary:

The Accountant I plays a vital role in supporting the Finance Department by executing a variety of internal control activities. Key responsibilities include general ledger monitoring, accounts payable tasks, account reconciliation, journal entry preparation, wire transfers, and contributing to financial reporting and accounting operations.

Essential Responsibilities:

+ Process vendor payments, including coding, check distribution, credit card bill processing, employee reimbursements, ACH transactions, and monthly rent wires.

+ Prepare reconciliations of assigned asset and liability general ledger accounts and internal deposit accounts.

+ Coordinate with internal departments to investigate and resolve reconciling items within designated timeframes.

+ Prepare and post journal entries related to internal financial activity.

+ Initiate wire and funds transfers for operational and treasury activities.

+ Analyze revenue and expense trends on a periodic basis.

+ Develop and maintain detailed procedures for assigned tasks.

+ Support internal and external audit requests and examinations.

+ Provide backup support for financial reporting and accounting duties.

+ Adhere to established banking and accounting principles.

+ Offer recommendations to improve processes and financial outcomes.

+ Interact professionally with internal and external stakeholders.

+ Maintain confidentiality and uphold the organization’s policies and standards.

+ Uphold attendance and professional appearance expectations.

Requirements

Qualifications:

+ Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

+ Minimum of two years of accounting or auditing experience.

+ Valid driver’s license.

+ Ability to pass a satisfactory credit and criminal background check.

Skills & Competencies:

Technical Skills:

+ Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.

+ Ability to navigate accounting systems and perform data entry accurately.

Soft Skills:

+ Strong communication (verbal and written).

+ High attention to detail and accuracy.

+ Strong organizational and time management skills.

+ Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

+ Analytical thinking and problem-solving mindset.

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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