Description Robert Half is on the look-out for an organized individual with accounting chops to join a growing organization in the long-term contract / temporary role of Staff Accountant. As a Staff Accountant, you will be responsible for the preparation of journal entries, monthly and year-end closings, bank reconciliation, fixed asset maintenance and general ledger reconciliation. During the monthly close, you will be responsible for many aspects of internal reporting. You will promote the development and implementation of accounting policies. In addition, you will participate in compliance, interact with our external auditors for quarterly reviews and annual audits, and review schedules for the reporting processes. A highly involved position, it works to produce Financial Statements, Cash Flow projections, and Budgets. This Los Angeles, California based company is offering an opportunity that is multi-faceted and challenging in nature. It's a thriving environment where effort is rewarded.

　　Key responsibilities

　　Execute month end close, journal entries, with little supervision

　　Take part in various department-wide initiatives

　　Play a role in the month end, quarter end and year end closing process including monthly financial close workbook preparation

　　Maintain fixed asset ledger, depreciation, and reconciliation

　　Produce complex journal entries and account reconciliations including but not limited to cash, prepaid expenses and payroll

　　Offer succinct analysis on a wide variety of financial data and communicate it in a clear and concise manner

　　Support implementation, maintenance and adherence to internal controls and accounting procedures ensuring compliance with GAAP

　　Ad-hoc reporting and special projects, as requested

　　Maintain monthly payment schedules

　　Oversee the creation of monthly balance sheet and income statement analyses for reporting to management Requirements - Ability to complete multiple tasks and projects within deadlines

　　Recent and relevant accounting experience

　　Accounts Payable (AP) experience

　　Command of Accounts Receivable (AR)

　　Strong familiarity with Excel Formulas

　　Microsoft Excel experience preferred

　　Working knowledge of spreadsheets and databases

　　Self-starter with efficient time management and organizational skills

　　Strong organizational, written and verbal communication skills required

　　Spreadsheet and database capabilities

　　Strong attention to detail

　　Ability to thrive in a dynamic, high pressure environment, to prioritize deals and adapt to quick changes while remaining diligent

　　BA/BS or equivalent in Accounting, Finance or Economics

　　Current and relevant ERP system experience

　　Skilled in analytical, quantitative and social skills

　　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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