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Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to join our team in Towson, Maryland. In this role, you will support various financial operations, including accounts payable, documentation management, compensation processing, and financial reporting. This is a Contract-to-Permanent position ideal for someone with a strong background in accounting processes and a keen eye for accuracy.

Responsibilities:

• Process invoices in compliance with organizational policies and prepare check requests, bank wires, and vendor payments as needed.

• Maintain accurate financial documentation, including checks, invoices, contracts, and other supporting records, while ensuring compliance with established procedures.

• Input and review compensation data for contractors and staff, ensuring accuracy in pay statements and adherence to project timelines.

• Collaborate with HR to manage the financial aspects of employee benefits and process approved timesheets and reimbursement requests.

• Generate and update internal and external donor financial reports, including cash flow projections and variance analyses.

• Assist in the development of project budgets, ensuring cost estimations align with organizational policies and uploading them into financial systems.

• Support the annual audit process by preparing and maintaining accurate records and reports.

• Act as a backup for check processing and coordinate with the Payroll and Cash Disbursements Accountant as needed.

• Review and update lease and rental agreements to ensure compliance and proper insurance coverage for organizational assets. Requirements • A minimum of 2 years of experience in accounting or a related field.

• Proficiency with accounting software such as Financial Edge and Concur.

• Strong understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial reporting processes.

• Experience with bank reconciliations, cash disbursements, and expense reporting.

• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

• Knowledge of budgeting practices and the ability to assist in cost estimation and financial planning.

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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