Description Robert Half is looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support financial reporting, project analysis, and compliance activities for a long-term contract opportunity based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This Sr. Accountant role will partner with operational leaders and finance stakeholders to monitor budgets, strengthen reporting accuracy, and contribute to month-end and quarterly close processes. The ideal Sr. Accountant candidate brings strong accounting knowledge, sound analytical judgment, and the ability to communicate financial information clearly across departments.

Make an impact and get your career moving in the right direction by clicking the apply button today. If you have any questions, please contact Robert Half at 215-568-4580 and mention Job reference #03720-0013502093. As a Senior Accountant your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Evaluate monthly financial performance by project and division, identify variances, and work with project leaders to keep spending and timelines aligned with expectations.
• Produce periodic management reports that summarize financial results, highlight trends, and support leadership decision-making.
• Contribute to the month-end close cycle by preparing journal entries, reviewing general ledger activity, and completing account reconciliations.
• Track costs related to employee benefit programs, including healthcare, pension, and other fringe expense categories, and report notable budget impacts.
• Advise division leadership and project teams on accounting treatment, grant-related financial practices, and contract-level financial administration.
• Improve reporting tools and budget analyses to help monitor organization-wide expenditures and forecast cost patterns more effectively.
• Assist with annual audit and compliance efforts by gathering schedules, preparing supporting documentation, and responding to information requests.
• Prepare financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and support related technical accounting analysis.
• Support cross-functional finance operations, including payroll, accounts payable, purchasing, and grant administration, while contributing to special projects and process improvements. Requirements The ideal Senior Accountant will have the following:
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a closely related field.
• Hands-on experience with month-end close activities, including journal entries, general ledger maintenance, and account reconciliations.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting practices, and internal control concepts.
• Proficiency with computerized accounting systems, spreadsheets, and standard business software applications.
• Ability to analyze financial data, interpret results, and present findings in a clear and organized manner.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments and with external stakeholders.
• Government audit experience within a public accounting environment is preferred.
• Experience performing bank reconciliations and supporting audit, compliance, or grant-related accounting activities is preferred.

Make an impact and get your career moving in the right direction by clicking the apply button today. If you have any questions, please contact Robert Half at 215-568-4580 and mention Job reference #03720-0013502093. 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) .