Staff Accountant

Robert Half • Sacramento, CA • 14h ago

Description We are looking for a skilled Staff Accountant to join our team in Sacramento, California. This long-term contract position is ideal for an experienced individual with a strong background in accounting, particularly within the real estate and property management sector. The role requires a detail-oriented person who can deliver accurate financial reports and collaborate effectively to support organizational goals.

Responsibilities:

Reconcile daily and monthly bank statements to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies.

Prepare comprehensive monthly financial reports, including close packages, to support decision-making.

Assist in budgeting processes and conduct variance analyses to identify trends and areas for improvement.

Maintain accurate and organized general ledger records to uphold financial standards.

Analyze expense ratios, cash flow, and overall financial performance, providing actionable insights.

Present financial results clearly, including comparisons of budget versus actual performance.

Ensure in-house financial records adhere to "clean set of books" standards and best practices.

Collaborate with accounts payable and receivable teams, contributing to task assignments and workflow optimization.

Provide accounting support for a smaller sister company, if required.

Utilize property management software, such as Yardi or AppFolio, to streamline accounting operations. Requirements - Proficiency with accounting software, including QuickBooks and Excel (intermediate to advanced level).

Experience with property management accounting software, such as Yardi or AppFolio, is preferred.

Strong expertise in general ledger management and month-end close processes.

Proven ability to produce accurate financial statements and reports.

Familiarity with budgeting, reporting, and expense analysis.

Excellent communication skills for interacting with internal stakeholders and leadership.

Comfortable working independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.

Sociable and confident demeanor, enabling effective engagement with team members and management.

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.

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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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