Staff Accountant

Company: Robert Half Finance & Accounting
Location: Lansing
Posted on: March 25, 2020

Job Description:

DescriptionIf you're a skilled accountant and enjoy solving complex problems, Robert Half Finance is currently looking for a talented Staff Accountant on a full-time basis. In this position, the Staff Accountant prepares journal entries, monthly and year-end closings, bank reconciliation, fixed asset maintenance and general ledger reconciliation. During the monthly close, you will also be responsible for many aspects of internal reporting. You will assist in developing and implementing accounting policies. Also, you will participate in compliance, interact with our external auditors for quarterly reviews and annual audits, and review schedules for the reporting processes. This role is very integrated as it plays a part in the production of Financial Statements, Cash Flow projections, and Budgets. This Lansing, Michigan area-based position is a challenging, multi-faceted opportunity to work for a company that recognizes and rewards hard work.Responsibilities

• Implement, maintain, and adhere to internal controls and accounting procedures ensuring compliance with GAAP
• In-depth knowledge of reconciling month end balance sheet accounts
• Periodic maintenance and reconciliation of journal entries
• Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations which include, but are not limited to, cash, prepaid expenses, and payroll
• Survey and organize various financial data, reporting it in a useful and understandable manner
• Manage reconciliation, depreciation, and fixed asset ledgers
• Impromptu reporting and special projects, when requested
• Play a part in a variety of department-wide initiatives
• Support the month end, quarter end and year end closing process, which includes monthly financial close workbook preparation
• Manage schedules for monthly payments and capital lease
• Handle intercompany transactions, billings, and reconciliation
• Conduct month end close and compose journal entries with minimal supervision
• Prepare analyses for monthly balance sheets and income statements for management to report onFor immediate consideration email your resume to Jimmy.Tunney@roberthalf.comRequirements
  • Ability and willingness to meet business critical deadlines
  • ERP system experience
  • Working knowledge of spreadsheets and databases
  • Fully formed organizational, written and verbal communication skills
  • Great attention to detail
  • BA/BS or equivalent in Accounting, Finance or Economics
  • Experience working in a dynamic and changing company environment a plus
  • Ability to work within spreadsheets and databases
  • Recent and relevant accounting experience
  • Top notch analytical, quantitative and social skills
  • Self-driven motivator who takes initiative on projects with a strong ability to understand and solve creative challenges
  • Variance analysis experience
  • Budgeting experience
  • Comprehensive knowledge of financial statement preparation
  • Knowledge of month end closingsRobert Half Finance & Accounting matches skilled finance and accounting professoinals in the areas of accounting, bookkeeping, finance, audit, taxation and more on a full-time basis. Our personalized approach, innovative matching technology and global network with local market expertise help you find the legal opportunities that match your skills and priorities fast. By working with us, you have access to challenging opportunities, competitive compensation and benefits, and training to enhance your skill sets. From philanthropy to environmental stewardship to employee programs, Robert Half is proud to have an active role in the communities in which we live and work. Our company has appeared on FORTUNEs Most Admired Companies list every year since 1998. Download our mobile app to take your job search on the go! Contact your local office at 888.490.5461 or visit www.roberthalf.com/jobs/finance to apply for this job now or find out more about other job opportunities. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada. 2020 Robert Half Finance & Accounting. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veterans.By clicking 'Apply Now' you are agreeing to Robert Half Terms of Use.Salary: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 / YearlyLocation: LANSING, MIDate Posted: February 21, 2020Employment Type: Full-timeJob Reference: 02240-0011391083Staffing Area: Full-Time Accounting u0026 Finance

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