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Robert Half

Staff 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).

$81,368 / year median in New Jersey

-9% projected decline

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Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations for a long-term contract position. This opportunity is well suited for someone who enjoys maintaining accurate financial records, working with spreadsheets, and contributing to a dependable finance function. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, a hands-on approach to routine accounting tasks, and confidence using Microsoft Excel in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
  • Maintain financial records and process routine accounting transactions with a high degree of accuracy.
  • Reconcile accounts regularly to verify balances, identify discrepancies, and support clean month-end reporting.
  • Prepare journal entries and assist with the timely completion of closing activities.
  • Organize, review, and update accounting documentation to ensure records remain complete and audit-ready.
  • Use Microsoft Excel to track financial data, build supporting schedules, and analyze variances.
  • Partner with internal stakeholders to gather information, resolve accounting questions, and support daily finance operations.