Description We are looking for an experienced Staff Accountant to manage key financial processes and ensure compliance with U.S. regulations. This role involves overseeing financial reporting, maintaining the accuracy of the general ledger, and driving improvements in accounting procedures. Join our team in New York, New York, to contribute to impactful decision-making through detailed and reliable financial insights.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for U.S. entities, ensuring precision and compliance with relevant standards.

• Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger by performing reconciliations and reviewing entries.

• Manage the month-end close process, including reviewing journal entries and ensuring deadlines are met.

• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable operations to ensure smooth financial transactions.

• Ensure compliance with sales tax regulations and prepare necessary filings.

• Identify opportunities to improve internal controls and accounting workflows.

• Collaborate with leadership to provide financial insights that support strategic decision-making.

• Conduct detailed analyses to identify trends and areas for improvement within financial data.

• Support audits by preparing documentation and addressing queries from auditors.

• Lead initiatives to enhance efficiency across accounting processes and systems. Requirements • Proven experience in accounting roles, with a strong focus on financial reporting and compliance.

• Proficiency in managing general ledger activities and reconciliations.

• Expertise in month-end close processes and journal entry preparation.

• Solid understanding of sales tax regulations and filings.

• Familiarity with accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.

• Strong analytical skills to interpret financial data and provide actionable insights.

• Excellent organizational abilities to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

• Effective communication skills to collaborate with teams and present financial information clearly.

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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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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