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Robert Half

Staff Accountant

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What they do

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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Job Description

We are seeking a Staff Accountant to support key accounting functions within a manufacturing environment. This long-term contract opportunity is ideal for an accounting professional who can manage daily financial activities, including reconciliations, reporting, and month-end close responsibilities, while ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records. The role will support accounts payable, fixed assets, cash management, and financial reporting, with regular collaboration across internal departments and external partners.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities
  • Maintain fixed asset records, including tracking construction-in-progress activity and coordinating with departments on asset additions, improvements, transfers, and disposals
  • Review accounts payable activity, reconcile subsidiary records to the general ledger, and support intercompany transaction accuracy
  • Monitor daily banking activity, record scheduled payments, and assist with cash management by analyzing short-term funding needs and recommending practical actions
  • Prepare journal entries, reconcile balance sheet accounts, and contribute to the monthly close process and financial statement preparation
  • Support annual budgeting efforts by gathering financial data, organizing schedules, and assisting with forecast updates
  • Coordinate wire payments to vendors and affiliated entities, and prepare documentation related to letters of credit when needed
  • Complete monthly bank reconciliations and produce financial or operational reports required by leadership
  • Assist with physical inventory count reconciliation, external audit support, and internal control reviews to identify risks and improve processes
  • Communicate with vendors, customers, auditors, and corporate contacts to resolve financial questions, obtain supporting information, and ensure timely follow-up
  • Keep departmental procedures current and perform additional accounting-related duties as assigned by management