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Description We are looking for an experienced Full Charge Bookkeeper to join our team in Smithfield, Virginia. In this long-term contract role, you will work closely with clients to manage their bookkeeping and tax preparation needs while ensuring accuracy and compliance. This position offers flexibility with part-time or ongoing hours, allowing you to create a schedule that fits your availability while maintaining on-site client interactions.

Responsibilities:

• Handle accounts payable and accounts receivable tasks, ensuring accuracy and timely processing.

• Perform general ledger accounting and manage reconciliations for bank and other accounts.

• Oversee payroll for small businesses, including filing payroll taxes and ensuring compliance.

• Manage month-end closings and prepare financial statements for clients.

• Assist with individual tax return preparation, utilizing Lacerte Tax Software.

• Work with fiduciary accounts and ensure proper bookkeeping practices.

• Utilize QuickBooks Enterprise and Sage Pro to support clients’ accounting needs.

• Collaborate with clients to address their bookkeeping concerns and provide personalized support.

• Ensure compliance with corporate and S Corp tax requirements.

• Maintain organized records and provide detailed reports as needed. Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field.

• Minimum of five years of experience in accounting and individual tax return preparation.

• Proficiency in QuickBooks Enterprise and Sage Pro accounting software.

• Familiarity with Lacerte Tax Software for tax preparation.

• Strong knowledge of payroll processes and payroll tax filings.

• Expertise in month-end close procedures and financial statement preparation.

• Advanced skills in Excel for financial analysis and reporting.

• Experience with corporate and S Corp taxes is highly desirable.

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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