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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).

$81,117 / year median in Washington

-9% projected decline

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Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a growing finance team in Seabrook, New Hampshire. This position supports core accounting operations by managing payables activity, maintaining accurate records, and contributing to timely financial reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound analytical judgment, and the ability to work effectively across multiple priorities and deadlines.
Responsibilities:
  • Review employee expense submissions and financial documentation for accuracy, completeness, and alignment with supporting records.
  • Coordinate vendor payment activity by validating required information, confirming purchasing details, and resolving invoice or order discrepancies.
  • Process disbursements through check, electronic payment, and wire methods while ensuring transactions are recorded correctly.
  • Monitor open liabilities, apply appropriate credits after payment, identify cost-saving discount opportunities, and address payment issues when necessary.
  • Maintain well-organized accounting files and supporting documentation for accounts payable and other routine financial transactions.
  • Prepare periodic financial statements and management reports, including analysis of budget-to-actual results and explanations of key variances.
  • Assist with month-end and year-end close by posting journal entries, recording accruals, reconciling accounts, and reviewing balances for accuracy.
  • Support compliance with accounting standards, company procedures, and internal control requirements while helping maintain audit readiness.
  • Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and process documentation by providing reliable historical data and helping refine standard procedures.