Staff Accountant

Robert Half • Newington, NH • 30min ago

Description

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We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our finance team in Newington, New Hampshire. In this role, you will support core accounting operations by preparing financial data, maintaining accurate records, and contributing to timely reporting cycles. This position is well suited for someone who enjoys analyzing account activity, improving reporting accuracy, and working closely with finance colleagues on month-end and year-end activities.

Responsibilities:

Prepare recurring and non-recurring journal entries by gathering supporting information, evaluating account activity, and documenting entries for the general ledger.

Review general ledger balances and accrual accounts to identify discrepancies, confirm proper classification, and support accurate month-end close results.

Compile financial data and create monthly financial statements, management reports, and related analysis to explain key variances and reporting outcomes.

Coordinate the assembly of monthly reporting packages and verify completeness and accuracy before distribution to stakeholders.

Participate in monthly finance review meetings by helping present results, answering questions, and supporting discussion around reported performance.

Assist with year-end close activities, including preparation of annual financial statements and audit support materials in accordance with applicable accounting standards.

Contribute to quarterly regulatory reporting by helping prepare electronic filings and ensuring submissions are completed accurately and on schedule.

Provide day-to-day accounting guidance to finance team members and reinforce consistent application of internal and external reporting practices.

Support internal control processes and complete ad hoc financial analyses and basic reports within required deadlines.

Requirements - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.

2+ years of accounting experience in a staff accountant or similar role.

Working knowledge of general accounting principles and financial reporting practices.

Experience supporting month-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations.

Ability to prepare and review monthly financial statements with strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Proficiency in analyzing financial data, identifying variances, and documenting findings clearly.

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage deadlines and handle multiple priorities effectively.

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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