Staff Accountant

Robert Half • Arlington, TX • 1h ago

Description

We are looking for a Staff Accountant to immediately join a growing organization in Arlington, Texas. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is ideal for a degreed accountant who enjoys owning core accounting activities, supporting accurate financial reporting, and contributing to a collaborative finance team. The role works closely with a great Controller and offers exposure to a broad range of accounting responsibilities.

Responsibilities:

Oversee key elements of the monthly close cycle, including preparing journal entries and completing balance sheet reconciliations on schedule.

Support day-to-day accounting operations by assisting with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities when business needs require additional coverage.

Manage accounts payable processes such as reviewing invoices, coordinating vendor setup and maintenance, reconciling vendor balances, and helping ensure timely disbursements.

Prepare recurring and ad hoc financial reports for daily and weekly business review needs.

Maintain the accuracy of the general ledger by researching discrepancies, resolving variances, and recording transactions in accordance with established accounting standards.

Help strengthen financial accuracy by following internal control procedures and participating in audit-focused reviews across departments.

Partner with external auditors during the annual audit by organizing requested documentation and addressing follow-up questions.

Complete sales tax filings and related supporting schedules as required.

Identify opportunities to streamline accounting workflows and improve process efficiency over time.

Requirements - Prior detail-oriented experience in accounting with strong hands-on exposure to accounts payable functions.

Working knowledge of month-end close procedures, including journal entry preparation and account reconciliation.

Experience maintaining general ledger accuracy and recording accounting entries in accordance with US GAAP.

Ability to support both AP and AR activities in a fast-paced business environment.

Familiarity with sales tax compliance and related filings.

Strong analytical skills with the ability to investigate discrepancies and resolve financial variances.

Effective communication skills and the ability to work closely with leadership, cross-functional teams, and external auditors.

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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