Accountant - Entry Level

Robert Half • Columbia, SC • 1d ago

Description We are looking for an entry-level Accountant to join a team in Columbia, South Carolina in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This on-site role is well suited for someone who enjoys detailed financial work, maintaining accurate records, and supporting a dependable month-end close process. The position will contribute to daily accounting operations, reconciliations, and reporting while partnering with internal teams to resolve questions tied to financial activity.

Responsibilities:

Manage accounts payable activity by reviewing, entering, and processing invoices with a high level of accuracy and timeliness.

Record and reconcile transactions related to holding company activity to support complete and accurate monthly balances.

Maintain fixed asset records by tracking additions, updates, and supporting documentation within the accounting system.

Prepare reconciliations for assigned general ledger and bank accounts within established close deadlines and investigate variances as needed.

Support accounts receivable administration through billing support, documentation review, and maintenance of related records.

Assist with month-end close tasks, including journal entries, balance sheet support schedules, and account analysis.

Update financial information in accounting software and help produce internal reports, balance sheets, and other routine financial documents.

Respond to questions from internal departments and provide research support for financial transactions, reporting items, and audit requests. Requirements - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent practical accounting experience.

Background in clerical or entry-level accounting work, ideally within a community banking or financial services environment.

Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, journal entries, and account reconciliation processes.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office, with strong capability in Excel and Word for reporting and documentation tasks.

Experience using accounting software to maintain records, post transactions, and support financial reporting.

Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively across departments.

High attention to detail, sound organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.

Ability to handle sensitive financial information with professionalism and confidentiality.

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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