Staff Accountant

Description Build your career in accounting with Robert Half, now offering a permanent position in the Construction/Contractor industry for an experienced Staff Accountant that has a knack for problem-solving and enjoys new challenges. In this role, the Staff Accountant is in charge of preparing journal entries, monthly and year-end closings, bank reconciliation, fixed asset maintenance and general ledger reconciliation. You will also be responsible for various aspects of internal reporting throughout the monthly close. You will lend your skills to developing and implementing accounting policies. In addition, you will take part in compliance, interact with our external auditors for quarterly reviews and annual audits, and look over schedules for the reporting processes. This position plays an intricate part in producing Financial Statements, Cash Flow projections, and Budgets. This Goose Creek, South Carolina area-based position is a challenging, multi-faceted opportunity to work for a company that recognizes and rewards hard work.Key responsibilities

Manage reconciliation, depreciation, and fixed asset ledgers

Survey and organize various financial data, reporting it in a useful and understandable manner

Prepare monthly balance sheet and income statement analyses for management reporting

Manage schedules for capital lease and monthly payments

Assemble journal entries and thorough account reconciliations that include, but are not limited to, cash, prepaid expenses, and payroll

Partake in a variety of department-wide initiatives

Contribute to the implementation, maintenance and adherence to internal controls and accounting procedures ensuring compliance with GAAP

Recurring journal entries maintenance and reconciliation

Special projects and impromptu reporting, upon request

In-depth experience with month end balance sheet account reconciliations

Maintain intercompany transactions, billings, and reconciliation

Compose journal entries and conduct the month end close with minimal supervision

Prepare monthly financial close workbooks to support the month end, quarter end and year end closing process Requirements

Ability to work within spreadsheets and databases

Seizes opportunities to produce results without direct supervision

Competent with spreadsheets and databases

Ability to handle multiple projects within strict deadlines

BA/BS or equivalent in Accounting, Finance or Economics

Strong organizational, written and verbal communication skills required

ERP system experience

Strong familiarity with journal entries

Accounts Receivable (AR) experience preferred

Accounts Payable (AP) experience desired

Recent and relevant accounting experience

Ability to work in a dynamic and changing environment

Strong analytical skills, accuracy and attention to detail

Excellent attention to detail

For more info email directly: Bryan.Thierfelder@roberthalf comRobert 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.© 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https:///www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .