Staff Accountant

Description Job Title:

Staff Accountant -

Full-Time Engagement Professionals Location:

San Mateo County & Palo Alto Market, CA Robert Half is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our Full-Time Engagement Professionals (FTEP) practice supporting clients across San Mateo County and the Palo Alto area. This full-time role offers the stability of permanent employment with the opportunity to work on a variety of accounting projects and interim assignments with leading companies. The ideal candidate is adaptable, collaborative, and experienced in core accounting functions including general ledger, reconciliations, month-end close, and financial reporting. Responsibilities + Prepare and maintain journal entries and general ledger accounts + Perform account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies + Assist with month-end and year-end close processes + Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities + Prepare financial reports and schedules + Analyze financial data and support budgeting activities + Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards + Collaborate with clients and internal teams on special projects and system implementations Requirements Qualifications + Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field + 2+ years of accounting experience preferred + Strong understanding of GAAP principles + Experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or QuickBooks + Advanced Excel skills preferred + Excellent communication and organizational skills + Ability to adapt quickly to new environments and priorities Why Join the Full-Time Engagement Professionals Practice? + Competitive salary with benefits and paid time off + Exposure to diverse industries and accounting environments + Opportunity to build technical and professional skills + Stability of full-time employment with project variety + Access to professional development and networking opportunities 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 including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company's 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays. The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) received varies based on years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources. © 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) .