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Robert Half

Staff Accountant

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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).

$81,368 / year median in New Jersey

-9% projected decline

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Job Description

Our client is seeking a Staff Accountant to join its growing finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career accounting professional to gain hands-on experience with financial reporting, technical accounting, equity transactions, and audit support in a dynamic environment.
Responsibilities:
Prepare journal entries and supporting schedules related to equity, stock-based compensation, and other accounting transactions. Assist with technical accounting research and preparation of accounting memos. Support financial reporting, accounting policy documentation, and internal control initiatives. Assist with equity administration, including tracking issuances, modifications, and terminations. Provide audit support by gathering documentation and responding to auditor requests. Support accounting for acquisitions and other complex transactions. Partner with finance leadership to improve processes and strengthen reporting controls.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting required. CPA or CPA-track preferred. 1+ years of accounting experience; public accounting internship or experience preferred. Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and accounting research. Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical abilities. Excellent attention to detail, organization, and written communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. This role offers strong exposure to technical accounting, financial reporting, and strategic transactions, making it an ideal opportunity for someone looking to accelerate their accounting career.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting required. CPA or CPA-track preferred. 1+ years of accounting experience; public accounting internship or experience preferred. Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and accounting research. Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical abilities. Excellent attention to detail, organization, and written communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. 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. Create a Job Alert Email me about new Staff Accountant jobs in Parsippany, NJ Related Jobs Search more jobs Browse Jobs Contract Talent Permanent Talent Consulting Solutions Finance & Accounting Technology Marketing & Creative Legal Administrative & Customer Support Discover Insights Invoice Job Directory Salary Guide Time Reports Create a Job Alert Contact Us About Robert Half Leadership Careers With Us Locations Investor Center Press Supplier Relations Fraud Alert Government Notice Privacy Notice Terms of Use Robert Half Inc. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veterans. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information This website uses cookies, pixel tags, and other tracking technologies to enhance user experience, personalize content and ads, and to analyze performance and traffic on our website. We also share information about your use of our site with our social media, advertising and analytics partners. If we have detected an opt-out preference signal, it will be honored unless you have changed your consent preferences manually. You may opt-out of use of certain cookies through the Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information link. Your use of the website is subject to our Terms of Use. More information about cookies and how we share information can be found in our Privacy Notice. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information I understand