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Accountant
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What they do
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).
$84,868 / year median in Connecticut
-5% projected decline
Job Description
Responsibilities:
Review and organize existing QuickBooks records to correct inconsistencies and improve overall financial accuracy. Manage accounts payable activities, including verifying invoices, preparing entries, and supporting timely disbursements. Oversee accounts receivable processes by recording incoming funds and maintaining accurate customer or donor balances. Prepare and post journal entries to ensure transactions are properly reflected in the general ledger. Complete bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to keep cash records current and reliable. Maintain the integrity of the general ledger by identifying errors, adjusting balances, and supporting clean month-end records. Assist with bookkeeping clean-up efforts for the nonprofit client by bringing historical accounting data into proper order. Experience performing accounting support work in a detail-focused environment, ideally with exposure to nonprofit operations. Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger activities. Ability to prepare journal entries accurately and in accordance with standard accounting practices. Experience completing bank reconciliations and resolving variances in a timely manner. Proficiency with QuickBooks and confidence in reviewing historical accounting records for accuracy. Strong attention to detail with the ability to organize financial information and prioritize tasks 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 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 "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .Benefits
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance