We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support a manufacturing organization in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania through a long-term contract engagement. This position is ideal for someone who can step in quickly, manage a high volume of accounting activity, and keep core financial operations running smoothly. The role will focus on day-to-day transactional accounting, reconciliations, and reporting support while working closely with internal teams in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

Manage high-volume accounts receivable activities, including preparing customer invoices, posting cash receipts, researching unapplied payments, and following up on outstanding balances. Oversee the full accounts payable process by entering vendor invoices, reviewing supporting documentation, coordinating three-way matching, and addressing billing issues as they arise. Monitor daily cash movements and assist with routine banking activity, including payment processing and related account updates. Complete monthly bank reconciliations and reconcile general ledger accounts to maintain accurate financial records. Prepare and post journal entries to support month-end close and ongoing accounting operations. Maintain accuracy across general ledger activity and help resolve discrepancies through detailed account analysis. Support sales tax and other corporate tax-related accounting tasks, including record preparation and related documentation. Contribute to accounting continuity during periods of increased transaction volume and operational change within the business. Hands-on experience using QuickBooks Desktop with the ability to process daily accounting transactions immediately. Strong Excel skills for reconciliation work, reporting, and transactional analysis. Proven background managing both full-cycle accounts receivable and full-cycle accounts payable in a high-volume setting. Experience preparing journal entries and maintaining accurate general ledger records. Ability to perform bank reconciliations and support routine cash activity with strong attention to detail. Prior experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred, especially with exposure to inventory movement or cost accounting concepts. Familiarity with sales tax, corporate tax, or related financial compliance activities 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 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 .