Description A growing, mid-sized service organization is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join its accounting team. This role is heavily focused on balance sheet integrity, month-end close execution, and the development of accounting policies and procedures to ensure accurate and reliable financial reporting. This opportunity is ideal for a detailu2011oriented accounting professional who enjoys ownership, collaboration, and strengthening accounting processes in a dynamic environment. If this sounds like you, apply right away or email Jim Meade at Robert Half to have a confidential conversation about this role. Monthu2011End Close & Accounting Operations + Assist with the coordination of the monthly close across departments, including close calendars, checklists, and daily status updates + Prepare recurring monthly journal entries and accruals + Prepare, analyze, and maintain balance sheet and income statement reconciliations, ensuring completeness and proper support + Work closely with the accounting team to maintain high standards of accuracy and timeliness for financial statements, reports, and supporting schedules Revenue & WIP Accounting + Calculate and analyze percentageu2011ofu2011completion (POC) revenue and direct cost adjustments on a monthly basis across multiple project types and locations + Identify and explain revenue and margin variances Accounts Receivable + Prepare and reconcile A/R balances for monthu2011end, quarteru2011end, and yearu2011end reporting + Analyze collectability and propose appropriate allowances for doubtful accounts Accounts Payable & Expense Accounting + Provide guidance on proper expense classification, timing, and capitalization of expenditures + Assist in identifying unusual or nonu2011recurring items for management review Financial Reviews & Analysis + Prepare schedules and documentation to support annual financial statement reviews + Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis initiatives + Communicate financial insights and trends to department leadership Process Improvement & Special Projects + Assist management with reviewing, documenting, and improving accounting policies, procedures, and internal processes + Support adu2011hoc accounting and finance projects and crossu2011functional initiatives + Perform adu2011hoc analysis of various accounts and assist with branch and departmental communications Core Competencies + Actionu2011oriented and resultsu2011driven + Strong business acumen and customer focus + Curious, resilient, and motivated to improve processes and outcomes + Teamu2011oriented with a collaborative mindset + Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities Requirements + Bacheloru2019s degree in Accounting or Finance (or related field with accounting concentration) + CPA and/or MBA preferred + 5+ years of progressive accounting experience + Strong handsu2011on experience with balance sheet reconciliations and monthu2011end close + Excellent Microsoft Excel skills and strong Microsoft Office proficiency + Experience with accounting systems and reporting tools (ERP experience required; Power BI a plus) + High attention to detail and strong analytical skills + Selfu2011starter with flexibility and strong organizational capabilities + Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills + Customeru2011service oriented with a positive, professional approach Robert Half is the worldu2019s 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 ( 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. u00a9 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking u201cApply Now,u201d youu2019re agreeing to Robert Halfu2019s Terms of Use ( and Privacy Notice (.
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Senior Accountant