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Staff Accountant

Robert Half Accountemps

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Stamford, CT
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Job overview

We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support general accounting operations, financial reporting, and month‑end close activities. This role will assist with reconciliations, journal entries, and maintaining accurate financial records. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, dependable, and eager to contribute to a collaborative accounting team.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Accounting SystemsSpreadsheet SoftwareOrganizational SkillsAnalytical SkillsAttention to DetailGeneral Ledger Knowledge

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Match

Full job description

Description

Job Summary

We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support general accounting operations, financial reporting, and month-end close activities. This role will assist with reconciliations, journal entries, and maintaining accurate financial records. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, dependable, and eager to contribute to a collaborative accounting team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations

  • Assist with month-end and year-end close processes

  • Maintain general ledger accuracy and supporting documentation

  • Analyze account activity and investigate variances

  • Support financial reporting and internal reporting needs

  • Assist with fixed assets, accruals, and prepaid expenses

  • Help ensure compliance with company policies and accounting procedures

  • Support audit requests and special projects as needed

Requirements

Qualifications

  • Experience in accounting or finance

  • Understanding of general ledger and month-end close processes

  • Strong organizational and analytical skills

  • Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy

  • Proficiency with accounting systems and spreadsheet software

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.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

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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