Staff Accountant

Robert Half • Morristown, NJ • 8h ago

Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Morristown, New Jersey. This Contract-to-continuous position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to both accounts payable and receivable processes while ensuring the accuracy of financial records. The role will initially be on-site for two months and transition to a hybrid schedule thereafter, providing flexibility and growth potential.

Responsibilities:

Manage accounts payable by reviewing vendor invoices, verifying purchase orders, and ensuring timely payments.

Monitor daily bank activity for operating and payroll accounts, recording deposits and payables accurately.

Reconcile accounts on a regular basis and analyze discrepancies to maintain accurate financial records.

Handle accounts receivable by tracking outstanding balances, following up with clients, and reducing days sales outstanding.

Prepare AR reports, dashboards, and graphs to provide insights for project managers and leadership.

Ensure systematic electronic filing of payables using standardized naming conventions.

Assist with vendor applications and review invoices for proper billing to projects.

Record journal entries for benefits-related transactions and other organizational movements.

Provide ad hoc payment analysis and support for financial decision-making.

Collaborate with supervisors weekly to strategize on aged receivables collections. Requirements - Proficiency in managing accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.

Strong experience with bank reconciliations, general ledger entries, and month-end close procedures.

Solid understanding of journal entries and financial reporting.

Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting purposes.

Ability to identify and resolve discrepancies in purchase orders and financial records.

Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks efficiently.

Strong communication abilities to interact with vendors, clients, and internal teams.

Familiarity with financial dashboards and reporting tools for effective tracking and planning.

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 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.

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