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Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join our team on a contract basis in Columbia, Maryland. In this role, you will provide essential support to both Accounts Payable and General Ledger functions, ensuring accurate financial reporting and efficient processes. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with strong organizational skills and a solid understanding of accounting principles.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and reconcile general ledger accounts while ensuring accuracy in financial data.

• Process employee expense reports on a weekly basis and resolve discrepancies promptly.

• Perform account reconciliations and assist with journal entries as part of month-end close activities.

• Maintain daily cash reports for all bank accounts and communicate financial updates as needed.

• Investigate and resolve differences between vendor invoices and purchase orders to maintain accurate records.

• Assist in the preparation of financial statements, accruals, and correction entries.

• Ensure compliance with record retention policies by maintaining well-organized financial records.

• Contribute to the annual audit process by providing required documentation and support.

• Utilize accounting software, expense management systems, and Microsoft Excel to streamline tasks.

• Support additional accounting tasks and projects as assigned. Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or at least four years of relevant experience in accounting or business.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with accounting software such as Oracle, QuickBooks, or SAP.

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively collaborate with team members.

• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment.

• Experience with account reconciliation, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and invoice processing.

• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and their application in financial reporting.

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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