Staff Accountant

Description

We are looking for an experienced Staff Accountant/Tax Accountant to join a growing accounting firm. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys supporting multiple business clients, building trusted relationships, and delivering accurate financial reporting and tax accounting services. The role offers exposure to a range of industries in a collaborative environment that values skill development and work-life balance.

Responsibilities:

- Prepare and review accounting records and do tax accounting work for small and mid-sized business clients across multiple industries.

- Complete write-up work and maintain accurate books to support timely financial reporting.

- Reconcile bank accounts and balance sheet activity to ensure the integrity of client financial data.

- Record journal entries, maintain general ledger activity, and assist with month-end close processes.

- Create financial statements and explain results to clients in a clear, practical manner.

- Serve as a primary point of contact for assigned clients, responding to questions and supporting ongoing accounting needs.

- Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable activities as needed for client engagements.

- Use Quick Books and other accounting applications effectively while adapting to new tools and platforms as needed.

Requirements

- At least 3 years of experience providing accounting support and tax accounting work for multiple business clients, preferably in a public accounting or client advisory setting.

- Proficiency with Quick Books is required.

- Working knowledge of core accounting functions, including general ledger maintenance, journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close.

- Experience preparing financial statements and discussing financial results with clients.

- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is preferred.

- Comfortable learning new technology quickly; experience with platforms such as Xero, Net Suite, Oracle, or SAP is helpful.

- Ability to work independently in a dedicated home office setting while managing client deadlines effectively.

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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