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Robert Half

Birmingham, AL (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 1 day ago (Updated 2 hours ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/7/2026

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Description We are looking for an Accountant to support day-to-day financial operations for a Long-term Contract to possible permanent position. This opportunity is ideal for an accounting specialist who can manage core transactional and ledger activities while maintaining accuracy across financial records. The role will contribute to timely reporting, account maintenance, and routine reconciliation work in a fast-paced business environment.
Responsibilities:
  • Process vendor invoices and payment transactions accurately while helping ensure obligations are recorded and settled on time.
  • Maintain accounts receivable records, monitor incoming payments, and assist with resolving billing or posting discrepancies.
  • Prepare and post journal entries to support month-end activities and the accuracy of financial statements.
  • Reconcile bank accounts and investigate variances to keep cash records aligned with general ledger balances.
  • Support general ledger upkeep by reviewing account activity and confirming transactions are properly classified.
  • Assist with periodic closing tasks, documentation gathering, and financial record organization for reporting purposes.
  • Review accounting data for completeness and follow up on inconsistencies that could affect reporting accuracy. Requirements
  • Experience handling accounts payable processes, including invoice review, coding, and payment support.
  • Working knowledge of accounts receivable functions and cash application activities.
  • Familiarity with general ledger accounting and routine account maintenance.
  • Ability to prepare and post journal entries with a high level of accuracy.
  • Experience performing bank reconciliations and researching unreconciled items.
  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage recurring accounting 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. 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. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .

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