Staff Accountant

Robert Half is looking for a Staff Accountant to help a local law firm in Saint Charles, Missouri on a Contract assignment expected to last approximately 30 days. This role will contribute to day-to-day accounting operations, help produce timely financial statements, and support accurate month-end and year-end reporting. The position is well suited for an accounting specialist who is comfortable working with detailed financial data in a services environment and can manage priorities with accuracy and discretion.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare financial statements and related supporting schedules for periodic reporting cycles.

• Maintain the general ledger by recording activity accurately and completing account reconciliations.

• Create journal entries and organize backup documentation to support accounting records.

• Reconcile bank accounts, credit card activity, and trust-related balances when required.

• Assist with month-end and year-end close tasks to ensure reporting deadlines are met.

• Review account activity, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.

• Provide accounting support across accounts payable, accounts receivable, and billing processes.

• Compile reports for firm leadership and help address audit, budget, and compliance-related requests.

• Partner with legal team members, administrative staff, and external accounting contacts while maintaining complete and accurate financial documentation.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• At least 5 years of accounting experience, ideally within a law firm or a detail-focused services setting.
• Demonstrated experience preparing financial statements and related account analyses.
• Strong working knowledge of general ledger activity, journal entries, and reconciliations.
• Proficiency with Excel and accounting software used for financial reporting and recordkeeping.
• Ability to manage confidential financial information with a high degree of discretion.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with legal billing platforms, trust accounting, sales tax, or corporate tax processes is a plus.

Compensation

$26.13-$30.25 Hourly

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