Accounting Specialist

Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to join our team on a long-term contract basis. This position offers the flexibility on hours, yet requires a part-time commitment of 20 hours per week between Monday
- Friday 9am-5pm EST.

The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills and a solid understanding of accounting principles to support various financial operations.

Responsibilities:

- Manage accounts receivable processes, including tracking payments and resolving discrepancies.

- Prepare and run client expense reports to ensure accuracy and compliance.

- Assist in monthly financial statement closings by organizing and reviewing necessary documentation.

- Handle credit card documentation and perform thorough reviews for proper record-keeping.

- Support audit preparation by organizing relevant files and reports.

- Create and maintain detailed Excel reports for financial tracking and analysis.

- Contribute to routine accounting tasks, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

- Collaborate with team members to streamline and improve accounting procedures.

- Provide assistance in Workday-related tasks, if applicable, to support ongoing processes.

Requirements - Proven experience in accounts payable and accounts receivable management.

- Strong knowledge of billing functions and account reconciliation.

- Solid understanding of basic accounting principles.

- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting.

- Effective communication skills to liaise with team members and stakeholders.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for creating and managing reports.

- Familiarity with accounting software, with Workday experience being a plus.

- Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently in a remote setting.

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  for more information.

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