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Staff Accountant
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Robert Half
Hampton, VA (In Person)
Full-Time
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Job Description
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a university environment in Hampton, Virginia. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone with a solid accounting foundation who can support day-to-day financial operations with accuracy and consistency. The role focuses on maintaining reliable records, preparing key accounting entries, and assisting with core close activities in a collaborative setting.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and record journal entries to maintain accurate financial data across assigned accounts.
- Perform bank reconciliations on a regular basis and investigate discrepancies to ensure balances are properly supported.
- Assist with month-end close tasks, including reviewing account activity and helping finalize reporting deadlines.
- Support general ledger maintenance by verifying transactions and keeping financial records organized and up to date.
- Contribute to accounts payable processing by reviewing and coding invoices for timely payment.
- Help manage accounts receivable activity by tracking incoming payments and following up on outstanding balances.
- Work with internal departments to gather financial information and resolve routine accounting questions.
- Identify inconsistencies in accounting records and escalate or correct issues to support accurate reporting.