Senior Accountant

Description Robert Half is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to join our Full-Time Engagement Professionals team in either our White Plains, NY or Stamford, CT office. This opportunity is ideal for an accounting professional who enjoys working in dynamic environments, supporting critical finance functions, and building long-term career growth through diverse and challenging engagements. Key Responsibilities + Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements + Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities + Analyze financial results and support variance analysis and reporting + Ensure general ledger accuracy and compliance with accounting policies and procedures + Assist with audit preparation and coordinate supporting documentation + Support budgeting, forecasting, and internal control processes + Mentor junior accounting staff and provide guidance on accounting best practices + Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy Why Join Robert Half At Robert Half, we understand talented professionals want work opportunities that they find both challenging and rewarding. They also seek long-term career growth. And when you join our company as a Full-Time Engagement Professional, you can have all of the above—and more. As a permanent employee of Robert Half, you can build a fulfilling career working on diverse and challenging engagements that leverage your current skills and experiences and help you develop new ones—all with the security of a full-time job. You can also work with our global consulting firm, Protiviti, and learn from industry subject matter experts developing innovative customer solutions. Protiviti has provided consulting services to more than 35% of Fortune Global 500 firms and more than 70% of Fortune 1000 firms. Our Full-Time Engagement Professionals work with growing small and midsize businesses and leading enterprises, gaining exposure and access to new software, systems and technologies, advanced methodologies, and different business models. Organizations across the country seek out Robert Half's Full-Time Engagement Professionals to assist them with their most critical and innovative initiatives. These are exciting projects you wouldn't typically be able to access in a traditional permanent role. You can gain hands-on experience and work across various industries. Apply today to learn more about this Senior Accountant opportunity with Robert Half. Requirements Qualifications + Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field + 3+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a senior accountant or general ledger role + Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting principles + Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP/accounting systems + Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills + Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams + CPA or CPA-track is a plus 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) .