An Accountant organizes and maintains financial records and prepares financial statements for companies and organizations. Works as a public accountant (prepares financial documents where public disclosure is required by law, such as business balance sheets and tax returns), management accountant (prepares financial information for internal use by a company) or government accountant (maintains records for government agencies).
Staff Accountant at Robert Half Staff Accountant at Robert Half in Mesa, Arizona Posted in about 12 hours ago.
Type:
full-time
Job Description:
Job Summary We are seeking a TEMPORARY or
CONTRACT
experienced Staff Accountant or experienced Full Charge Bookkeeper to support daily accounting operations, financial reporting, and month-end processes. The ideal candidate will have hands-on accounting experience, strong Excel skills, and the ability to understand and manage monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting cycles. Candidates with a degree or equivalent accounting experience are encouraged to apply. Key Responsibilities Perform general accounting functions including journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting support. Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes. Maintain accurate financial records and research account discrepancies. Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger activities as needed. Prepare and analyze financial data using accounting systems and Excel. Assist with audits, reporting requests, and other accounting projects. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure accurate and timely financial information. Qualifications 2+ years of accounting experience in a Staff Accountant, Accountant, or similar role. Degree in Accounting/Finance preferred, or equivalent hands-on accounting experience. Experience using accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, or similar ERP/accounting systems . Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs . Understanding of monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting cycles. Strong attention to detail, organization, and analytical problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently while supporting a collaborative accounting team. Preferred Experience Experience with month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting. Experience improving accounting processes or working with system upgrades. Strong ability to analyze data and identify discrepancies.
