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Robert Half
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).
$73,853 / year median in Indiana
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Accountant to support daily accounting operations for a Long-term Contract position based in Fort Wayne, Indiana. This role is well suited for someone who enjoys balancing collections, invoice research, and core accounting tasks while stepping in where support is needed. The ideal candidate is proactive, comfortable working independently, and ready to contribute across accounts receivable, reconciliations, and general ledger activities.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct collection outreach as needed and follow up on outstanding customer balances in a detail-oriented manner.
- Investigate invoice-related questions by reviewing records, researching discrepancies, and helping resolve billing concerns.
- Provide backup support for accounting operations, including reconciliations and other assigned financial tasks.
- Assist with accounts receivable and accounts payable activities to help maintain accurate and timely transaction processing.
- Prepare and record journal entries while supporting the accuracy of general ledger information.
- Complete bank and account reconciliations to ensure financial records align with supporting documentation.
- Communicate questions early, seek clarification when needed, and take initiative to contribute during slower periods. Requirements
- Experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or a related finance support role.
- Working knowledge of accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
- Familiarity with general ledger activity and preparing journal entries.
- Ability to perform bank reconciliations and research account discrepancies.
- Strong attention to detail and a consistent approach to maintaining accurate records.
- Comfortable making collection calls and handling invoice follow-up professionally.
- Self-motivated mindset with a willingness to ask questions and take on additional work as needed.