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Entry Level Accountant

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Robert Half

Stamford, CT (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 12 hours ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/21/2026

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Description We are looking for an Entry Level Accountant to support day-to-day financial operations for a growing team. This role is well suited for someone who enjoys working with numbers, maintaining accurate records, and contributing to a fast-moving business environment. The ideal candidate brings a solid academic foundation in accounting or finance, along with experience handling core transactional accounting tasks.
Responsibilities:
  • Process vendor invoices and assist with timely accounts payable activities while maintaining accurate supporting documentation.
  • Prepare customer billing records and help monitor accounts receivable balances to support consistent cash flow tracking.
  • Record journal entries and update accounting data to keep financial information complete and current.
  • Perform bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to ensure transactions are properly reflected in company records.
  • Reconcile general ledger accounts on a regular basis and resolve outstanding variances with appropriate follow-up.
  • Assist with month-end accounting activities by organizing records, reviewing transactions, and supporting financial close procedures.
  • Communicate with internal team members and external contacts to clarify payment issues, account questions, and documentation needs. Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related discipline.
  • Around 1 to 2 years of internship experience in an accounting or finance-focused role.
  • Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and journal entry preparation.
  • Strong analytical thinking with the ability to identify issues and support practical resolutions.
  • Clear written and verbal communication skills for effective collaboration across teams.
  • Careful attention to accuracy and organization when handling financial records and transactions.
  • Ability to manage priorities effectively in a deadline-driven, fast-paced setting.
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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