Accountant II

Robert Half • Allentown, PA • 1d ago

Description We are looking for an experienced Accountant II to join our team in Allentown, Pennsylvania. This long-term contract position offers the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, combining in-office collaboration with remote work flexibility. The ideal candidate will play a key role in supporting business planning, decision-making, and regulatory processes while driving process improvements and providing leadership to less experienced team members.

Responsibilities:

Build strong partnerships with management teams to support planning, decision-making, and business objectives.

Prepare and review complex reporting materials, including presentations, data updates, and month-end manual accruals.

Assist with regulatory filings, such as rate cases and other jurisdictional requirements.

Develop and oversee operational budgets, ensuring alignment with business goals and financial targets.

Conduct detailed analyses of financial results, identifying variances and providing explanations to relevant departments.

Regularly engage with business partners to strengthen relationships and implement process improvements.

Monitor capital projects and adjust forecasts to align with construction plans and corporate targets.

Lead efforts to quantify and implement process enhancements to improve efficiency.

Supervise less experienced team members, providing guidance and support in financial analysis and reporting.

Perform day-to-day accounting and budgeting tasks, including journal entries, expense coding, and project setup. Requirements - Proven experience in regulatory accounting, with a solid understanding of rate cases and filings.

Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and propose actionable solutions.

Proficiency in financial planning, budgeting, and variance analysis.

Familiarity with Apptio or comparable financial management tools is an advantage.

Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of engaging with leadership teams.

Demonstrated ability to lead process improvements and drive operational efficiency.

Expertise in accounting functions, including journal entries, expense reporting, and project management.

Advanced knowledge of computer systems and financial software applications.

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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