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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).

$77,271 / year median in Virginia

-12% projected decline

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Staff Accountant Robert Half - 3.9 Glen Allen, VA Job Details Temporary | Contract $26 - $29 an hour 17 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Qualifications Corporate tax expertise Economics Financial data reconciliation Variance analysis Tax documents Sales tax Bachelor's degree in finance Data analysis skills Healthcare documentation compliance audits Bachelor's degree in economics Mid-level Bachelor's degree in business administration Finance Financial records management Financial record maintenance Compliance documentation Financial compliance audits Document quality checks Medicaid Business Administration Bachelor's degree in accounting Business Associate's degree Accounting error correction Regulatory compliance accounting Financial compliance monitoring Accounting Communication skills Financial auditing implementation Journal entry management in accounting Full Job Description We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support audit-focused accounting work related to Medicare and Medicaid documentation in Glen Allen, Virginia. This is a Long-term Contract opportunity suited for candidates who want to build or grow their accounting career in a structured services environment. The role offers exposure to document review, financial analysis, and compliance-driven audit activity, making it a strong fit for entry-level or early-career professionals with an interest in accounting.
Responsibilities:
Examine Medicare and Medicaid records through desk-based audit procedures to identify discrepancies, support compliance efforts, and validate financial information. Review accounting documentation and supporting schedules with accuracy, ensuring materials align with audit standards and reporting expectations. Prepare and post journal entries while helping maintain complete and organized general ledger records. Assist with tax-related accounting activities, including support for corporate tax matters and sales tax documentation when needed. Analyze financial data and audit findings to help resolve issues, clarify variances, and support accurate reporting. Collaborate with internal teams to gather required records, organize audit materials, and meet project timelines. Contribute to the preparation of workpapers, summaries, and other documentation used in healthcare-related audit engagements. Maintain consistency with established accounting procedures and compliance requirements across assigned tasks. Associate's degree with 2 additional years of relevant experience, or a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field. Strong interest in pursuing an accounting-focused career within a detail-focused services or audit-oriented environment. Understanding of fundamental accounting principles, including journal entries and general ledger activity. Ability to review detailed financial and operational documents with a high level of accuracy and organization. Exposure to tax concepts such as corporate tax or sales tax is beneficial. Familiarity with audit work is a plus, though prior audit experience is not required. Healthcare audit knowledge involving Medicare or Medicaid is helpful but can be developed on the job. Strong written communication, analytical thinking, and time management skills. 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 "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .