Staff Accountant

Robert Half • Long Beach, CA • 3h ago

Description

Staff Accountant

Location: Long Beach, CA (On-site)

Our client, a fast-growing logistics company, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join their expanding finance team in Long Beach, California. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who is eager to grow, take on increasing responsibility, and build a long-term career within a dynamic and collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate will have a strong accounting foundation, excellent analytical skills, and the desire to contribute to accurate and efficient financial operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Reconcile daily bank statements and promptly research and resolve discrepancies

Partner closely with the Controller and Operations leadership to support smooth accounting workflows

Research transactional variances, identify root causes, and track resolutions

Prepare and analyze balance sheet reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness

Monitor balance sheet accounts, follow up on outstanding items, and resolve discrepancies

Prepare accruals, journal entries, and supporting schedules for the month-end close process

Assist with audit preparation by compiling documentation and responding to auditor requests

Generate ad hoc financial reports and perform analysis to support management decisions

Support internal controls and compliance initiatives

Take on additional responsibilities and special projects as the role continues to grow

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

2-5 years of accounting experience, preferably in logistics, transportation, or a fast-paced environment

Strong understanding of GAAP and general ledger accounting

Experience with month-end close, reconciliations, and journal entries

High attention to detail with strong organizational and time-management skills

Proficient in Excel; experience with accounting systems/ERPs preferred

Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally

Desire to learn, grow, and advance within the organization

Why Join?

Significant growth potential with clear paths for advancement

Join a stable, expanding logistics company

Collaborative team environment with hands-on leadership

Opportunity to broaden responsibilities and develop professionally

For confidential consideration, please email your Robert Half recruiter. If you're not currently working with anyone at Robert Half, please click "Apply" or call 562-800-3963 and ask for David Bizub. Please reference job order number 00460-0013350031. email resume to david.bizub@roberthalf.c0m

Requirements - Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance from an accredited 4-year institution.

At least 2 years of relevant accounting experience, including training or equivalent education.

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Solid understanding of corporate tax, sales tax, and financial reporting processes.

Experience in preparing journal entries and managing general ledger accounts.

Proven ability to handle month-end close activities and analyze financial statements.

Familiarity with audited financial statements and related documentation.

Exceptional organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail.

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.

Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. 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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