Staff Accountant

Robert Half • Franklin, PA • 2d ago

Description We are looking for an experienced Staff Accountant to support core accounting functions and financial reporting activities for a long-term contract opportunity based in Franklin, Pennsylvania. In this role, you will help maintain accurate records across multiple entities, contribute to period-end close activities, and deliver meaningful financial insights to internal stakeholders. This position is ideal for someone who can balance day-to-day transactional work with analysis, compliance support, and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities:

Maintain accounting records and post financial activity in accordance with established policies, ensuring complete and accurate general ledger data.

Contribute to monthly and annual close processes by preparing journal entries, assembling supporting schedules, and helping finalize reporting packages.

Produce and examine financial statements along with reporting by entity or profit center to support business review and decision-making.

Evaluate account activity, spending patterns, and operating variances to identify trends and provide useful analysis to leadership.

Perform reconciliations for balance sheet and other key accounts, investigate inconsistencies, and resolve issues affecting financial accuracy.

Assist with accounting support for related entities, including invoice processing, accounts payable coordination, and cash flow monitoring.

Provide documentation and analysis for audits, tax-related work, compliance submissions, and other required financial filings, including support for corporate and sales tax matters.

Collaborate with internal departments and external partners to address accounting questions, improve information flow, and support ongoing operations, including assistance with system conversion activities when needed. Requirements - Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a closely related field is required.

At least 3 years of experience in staff accounting or a comparable accounting role is required.

Solid knowledge of accounting fundamentals, financial reporting, journal entries, and general ledger reconciliation is required.

Experience using accounting software and Microsoft Office applications, with strong Excel capability, is required.

Ability to analyze financial information, research discrepancies, and manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines is required.

Strong written and verbal communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to handle confidential information are required.

Experience with corporate tax returns, sales tax, or broader tax support is preferred.

Construction industry experience and familiarity with Vista ViewPoint are helpful but not mandatory.

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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