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Staff Accountant Robert Half - 3.9 Kent, OH Job Details Temporary | Contract $28 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Disability insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Qualifications Financial close processing Accounting and finance experience Closing the books Full Job Description We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a team in Stow, Ohio on a Long-term Contract basis. This permanent, on-site opportunity is well suited for an accounting specialist who can manage daily transactional work while contributing to month-end activities with accuracy and consistency. The position will provide coverage during an extended leave and offers the chance to step into a broad accounting role that supports both operational and close-related functions.

Responsibilities:

Manage customer billing activities, apply incoming payments accurately, and follow up on outstanding balances to support timely collections. Process supplier invoices, maintain vendor records, and assist with scheduled disbursements to ensure accounts payable operations run smoothly. Prepare journal entries and record accruals as part of the monthly close process, maintaining accuracy across the general ledger. Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate discrepancies to help keep financial records complete and reliable. Contribute to the close timeline by completing assigned tasks on schedule and responding to additional accounting requests as business needs arise. Use Sage Intacct and Excel to organize accounting data, support reporting needs, and improve day-to-day efficiency within the function. At least 1 year of accounting experience, with practical exposure to accounts receivable, accounts payable, and month-end close activities. Hands-on ability to prepare journal entries, work within the general ledger, and support account reconciliation processes. Experience using Sage Intacct in an accounting environment. Strong Microsoft Excel skills for analyzing data, tracking transactions, and supporting reconciliations. Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is preferred. High attention to detail, quick learning ability, and confidence working independently after initial training. Background in invoicing, cash application, and business-to-business collections is highly valued. 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 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 and Privacy Notice .