Accounting Specialist

Robert Half • Rochester, MN • 1w ago

Description We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to support day-to-day financial operations for a Long-term Contract position based in Rochester, Minnesota. This opportunity is ideal for someone who is comfortable handling a mix of payables, receivables, billing, and account review activities in a detail-focused environment. The role calls for strong organizational skills, accuracy in financial processing, and the ability to keep accounting records current and well balanced.

Responsibilities:

Process vendor invoices, verify supporting documentation, and help ensure timely and accurate accounts payable activity.

Manage incoming payments, record customer transactions, and follow up on outstanding balances within accounts receivable workflows.

Prepare and issue invoices while maintaining accuracy in billing records and resolving routine discrepancies.

Reconcile account activity by reviewing financial data, investigating variances, and correcting errors as needed.

Support core accounting operations through accurate data entry, record maintenance, and documentation of transactions.

Assist with month-end close tasks by organizing account details and helping confirm that balances are properly reflected.

Communicate with internal teams and external contacts to address payment questions, billing concerns, and account-related issues. Requirements - Experience supporting both accounts payable and accounts receivable processes in an accounting environment.

Working knowledge of billing procedures and the ability to maintain accurate invoice records.

Ability to perform account reconciliations and identify discrepancies in financial data.

Familiarity with general accounting functions and financial recordkeeping practices.

Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy in transaction processing.

Proficiency with accounting software and standard office applications such as spreadsheets.

Effective communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven setting.

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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