Description

We are offering an exciting long-term contract employment opportunity for a Staff Accountant in the non-profit industry, based in Montville, Connecticut. The Staff Accountant will be instrumental in maintaining our financial records, including purchases, sales, receipts, and payments. This role requires a keen eye for detail, strong analytical skills, and a robust understanding of accounting principles.

Responsibilities:

• Efficiently process and examine accounting records, financial statements, taxes, and other financial reports

• Develop and analyze reporting for business operations and budgets

• Ensure adherence to standard requirements through regular audits

• Create new processes to improve financial efficiency

• Maintain accurate customer credit records

• Accurately and efficiently process customer credit applications

• Report analysis and findings to appropriate individuals

• Ensure the accurate and timely completion of bank reconciliations

• Use Sage Accounting Software to post journal entries

• Manage month-end journal entries and month-end close

• Utilize Microsoft Excel to maintain and analyze financial data.

Requirements • Proven experience in the non-profit sector is preferred

• Proficient in Sage Accounting Software

• Ability to execute bank reconciliations

• Experience with posting journal entries

• Proficient in conducting month-end journal entries

• Expertise in executing month-end close procedures

• Strong Microsoft Excel skills

• Excellent communication and organizational skills

• High ethical standards and professionalism, with a commitment to confidentiality

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) preferred

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

• Ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines

• Knowledge of financial regulations and legislation.

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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