Staff Accountant

We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a hybrid team on a 2-month contract assignment. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting specialist who can step into a fast-moving environment, manage daily transactional accounting, and contribute to a smooth month-end process. The position offers a mix of onsite collaboration and remote work while supporting core finance operations across payables, receivables, reconciliations, payroll coordination, and forecasting activities.

Responsibilities:
• Manage day-to-day accounts payable activities, including reviewing invoices, preparing payments, and maintaining accurate vendor records.
• Oversee accounts receivable tasks by issuing invoices, tracking incoming payments, and following up on outstanding balances.
• Support payroll administration for a workforce of approximately 40 employees by coordinating inputs and assisting with processing through the designated payroll platform.
• Perform bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to ensure the accuracy of cash activity and general ledger balances.
• Handle Positive Pay-related tasks and assist with check preparation and disbursement as part of regular payment operations.
• Contribute to month-end close by preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and helping maintain timely financial reporting.
• Assist with forecasting support by updating financial models and helping improve the reliability of projected results.
• Maintain organized accounting records and work independently to keep essential finance processes running efficiently in an active environment.

Qualifications:

• Hands-on experience in a Staff Accountant or similar accounting role with broad exposure to daily finance operations.

• Strong working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and account reconciliation processes.

• Practical experience supporting payroll activities and coordinating payroll-related transactions.

• Proficiency with QuickBooks Desktop and Concur in an accounting environment that requires attention to detail.

• Ability to prepare journal entries and work within the general ledger accurately and efficiently.

• Familiarity with check processing and Positive Pay is preferred.

• Exposure to corporate tax, sales tax, or corporate tax return support is beneficial.

• Comfortable working independently in a hybrid setting and adapting quickly to immediate business needs.

** If you're interested in this position, please apply to this position and contact First and last name at Ramkashyap.kota - at - roberthalf - .com with your word resume and reference job ID# 00410-0013451479 **

Compensation

$28.00-$35.00 Hourly

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