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Robert Half

Accountant - Entry Level

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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).

$75,853 / year median in Minnesota

-13% projected decline

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Job Description

Description We are looking for an organized and detail-oriented entry-level accounting team member to support finance operations for a printing and publishing environment in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position offers the opportunity to build hands-on experience across payables, receivables, and general accounting support while working closely with internal teams. The ideal candidate is comfortable handling high-volume transactional tasks, maintaining accurate records, and contributing to smooth day-to-day financial processes.
Responsibilities:
  • Review incoming invoices for accuracy, organize them for processing, and prepare batches for timely payment activities.
  • Process employee expense submissions and confirm supporting documentation is complete and aligned with company guidelines.
  • Prepare, record, and distribute payments, including handling check processing and coordinating urgent payment requests when needed.
  • Manage accounts receivable support by creating customer invoices, updating records, and following through on routine billing activities.
  • Investigate and help resolve accounts payable discrepancies by communicating with vendors and internal stakeholders.
  • Maintain orderly financial documentation by sorting, copying, filing, and tracking invoices, checks, and related accounting records.
  • Distribute department mail and correspondence, ensuring incoming items are routed promptly to the appropriate team members.
  • Assist with audit preparation and provide documentation support for internal reviews and external audit requests.
  • Deliver administrative and clerical assistance to AP, AR, and Finance teams while completing additional accounting-related assignments as needed. Requirements
  • Hands-on knowledge of accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
  • Experience entering financial data with accuracy and strong attention to detail.
  • Familiarity with basic accounting entries and transactional recordkeeping.
  • Ability to work effectively with Microsoft Excel for tracking, organizing, and reviewing data.
  • Understanding of job cost concepts and their use in accounting support activities.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a deadline-driven setting.
  • Clear communication skills and a detail-oriented approach when supporting internal business partners.
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) .

Benefits

  • 401(k) Plans
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance