Description Robert Half is searching for a Staff Accountant for an opportunity with a company in the Education industry. As a Staff Accountant, you will prepare journal entries, monthly and year-end closings, bank reconciliation, fixed asset maintenance, and general ledger reconciliation. When it's time for the monthly close, you'll be responsible for various aspects of internal reporting. This position will also require you to participate in compliance, as well as communicate with our external auditors for quarterly reviews and annual audits, and review schedules for the reporting processes. An involved position, you will be producing Financial Statements, Cash Flow projections, and Budgets. Based in the Napa, California area, this company is offering a short-term contract / temporary opportunity that's sure to challenge as well as reward effort.Your responsibilities in this role
Aid in implementation, maintenance and adherence to internal controls and accounting procedures ensuring compliance with GAAP
Maintain intricate journal entries and account reconciliations including but not limited to cash, prepaid expenses and payroll
Offer descriptions of a large number of financial data and communicate insights in a useful and understandable manner
Perform month end close, journal entries with minimum supervision
Assist in monthly financial close workbook preparation, including annual closing process
Maintain fixed asset ledger, depreciation, and reconciliation
Be responsible for analysis of income statements and balance sheets and communicate findings to management
Ad-hoc tasks and special projects, as needed
Support capital lease and monthly payment schedules
Be a part of various initiatives spanning multiple departments Requirements - Experience working in a dynamic and changing company environment a plus
BA/BS or equivalent in Accounting, Finance or Economics
Strong familiarity with account reconciliation
Journal entries experience preferred
Solid understanding of Sage Intacct
Spreadsheet and database capabilities
5+ years of recent and relevant accounting experience
High attention to detail
Experience with ERP systems
Fully formed organizational, written and verbal communication skills
Dedication and requisite skills to meet critical business deadlines
Self-driven motivator who takes initiative on projects with a strong ability to understand and solve creative challenges
Proficient with spreadsheets and databases
Demonstrated analytical abilities, tendency to quickly connect dots and surmise logical outcomes
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 (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 including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company’s 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays. The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) received varies based on years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources.© 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) .
