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Description We are looking for an experienced Public Senior Accountant to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Saint Louis, Missouri. In this role, you will play a vital part in managing financial processes, ensuring accuracy in accounting records, and supporting month-end close activities. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization within the non-profit sector.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee month-end close procedures, ensuring timely and accurate completion.

• Maintain the general ledger by reviewing and posting journal entries.

• Perform account reconciliations to verify accuracy and resolve discrepancies.

• Conduct bank reconciliations and monitor banking activities.

• Collaborate with internal teams to support financial reporting and compliance.

• Analyze financial data to identify trends and recommend improvements.

• Ensure adherence to accounting standards and organizational policies.

• Provide support in audits and assist with documentation requests.

• Train and mentor entry-level staff members to enhance their accounting capabilities. Requirements • Proven experience in month-end close processes within a detail-oriented accounting role.

• Strong knowledge of general ledger maintenance and journal entry preparation.

• Expertise in account reconciliations and resolving discrepancies.

• Proficiency in performing bank reconciliations.

• Familiarity with accounting principles and standards.

• Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail.

• Ability to work collaboratively within a team setting.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent experience.

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 including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company’s 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays. The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) received varies based on years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources.

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