Staff Accountant

Robert Half • Downingtown, PA • 7h ago

Description

We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a growing team in Pennsylvania in a long-term contract capacity. This position is ideal for an accounting specialist who enjoys building structure, supporting core financial operations, and contributing across both transactional and general accounting activities. The role will partner closely with plant leadership to strengthen day-to-day accounting processes, improve documentation, and support accurate month-end reporting.

Responsibilities:

Manage the full cycle of accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, including invoice review, payment processing, customer invoicing, cash application, and follow-up on outstanding balances.

Organize and improve supporting financial records by researching missing documentation, resolving discrepancies, and establishing practical AP and AR procedures.

Support banking activities through timely reconciliations and assist with month-end close tasks to help maintain accurate financial reporting.

Work alongside the Plant Controller to monitor inventory-related variances and provide accounting support tied to plant operations.

Prepare journal entries and assist with accruals, general ledger maintenance, and fixed asset accounting as responsibilities expand over time.

Contribute to operational and financial reporting by compiling data, reviewing account activity, and identifying areas that need follow-up or correction.

Help maintain accounting compliance by applying internal controls and ensuring transactions are recorded with complete and accurate support.

Use QuickBooks Online to process transactions, maintain records, and support daily accounting workflows.

Assist with tax-related accounting needs, including sales tax tracking and support for corporate tax reporting requirements.

Requirements - Hands-on experience in a Staff Accountant or similar accounting role with responsibility for both accounts payable and accounts receivable.

Proficiency with QuickBooks Online is required.

Working knowledge of month-end close support, including reconciliations, journal entries, and general ledger activity.

Experience handling sales tax processes and exposure to corporate tax accounting or tax return support.

Ability to investigate accounting discrepancies, organize incomplete records, and improve transactional workflows.

Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in an on-site, fast-paced environment.

Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with operational leaders and accounting 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.

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.

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