Staff Accountant

Robert Half • Independence, IA • 13h ago

Description

Are you a detail-driven accounting professional who enjoys keeping financial operations accurate, organized, and running smoothly? We're looking for a Staff Accountant to join our team and play a key role in supporting day-to-day accounting functions.

In this position, you'll be involved in a wide range of responsibilities, from processing transactions and reconciling accounts to working directly with customers and vendors to resolve discrepancies. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys problem-solving, and takes pride in producing accurate financial work.

What You'll Do

Prepare and distribute invoices, credit memos, and purchase orders

Process receipts, sales invoices, and payments from customers and suppliers

Monitor accounts payable and accounts receivable activity

Follow up on outstanding balances as needed

Partner with customers and vendors to resolve invoice issues and pricing discrepancies

Maintain accurate records of incoming and outgoing financial activity

Reconcile bank statements and help ensure account accuracy

Code financial data and other accounting information

Calculate costs of goods and services

Prepare cash deposits and disbursements

Provide general administrative support, including filing, correspondence, photocopying, and meeting minutes

Answer and direct incoming phone calls

Operate accounting and office equipment, including 10-key calculators and computer systems

Qualifications

High school diploma required

College coursework or accounting certificate preferred

4-6 years of related accounting experience

Requirements

Why Candidates Will Be Excited About This Opportunity

Broad accounting exposure with meaningful day-to-day impact

Opportunity to work closely with leadership and support core financial operations

Stable full-time schedule with consistent weekday hours

A role that offers variety, ownership, and collaboration across customers, vendors, and internal teams

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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