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Robert Half Staff Accountant in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Description
If you're looking to build your career in accounting, there's currently a Staff Accountant position through Robert Half that you may want to check out. Based in the Minneapolis, Minnesota area, this exciting short-term contract / temporary to hire opportunity is set in an engaging work place where hard work is rewarded. The Staff Accountant is responsible for preparing monthly and year-end closings, journal entries, fixed asset maintenance, bank reconciliation, and general ledger reconciliation. This position is very involved as it will produce Financial Statements, Cash Flow projections, and Budgets. You will also be in charge of many aspects of internal reporting during the monthly close. You'll also review schedules for the reporting processes, stay in touch with our external auditors for quarterly reviews and annual audits, and play an active role in compliance.
Your responsibilities
Maintain intricate journal entries and account reconciliations including but not limited to cash, prepaid expenses and payroll
Oversee the creation of monthly balance sheet and income statement analyses for reporting to management
Offer descriptions of a large number of financial data and communicate insights in a useful and understandable manner
Participate in various department-wide initiatives
Partake in annual closing processes
Ad-hoc tasks and special projects, as needed
Conduct month-end close, journal entries, without supervision
Maintain monthly payment schedules
Keep up fixed asset ledger, depreciation, and reconciliation
Aid in implementation, maintenance and adherence to internal controls and accounting procedures ensuring compliance with GAAP
Requirements - Observant, accurate and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Strong organizational skills and a proven ability to meet deadlines
BA/BS or equivalent in Accounting, Finance or Economics
Competent with spreadsheets and databases
Experience with ERP systems
Solid understanding of month end closings
Knowledge of Month-end Close Activities
Monthly Account Reconciliation experience
Accounts Payable (AP) experience
Deep understanding of Month-end Journal Entries
Recent and relevant accounting experience
Ability to prioritize deals and adapt to quick changes while remaining diligent, and to thrive in a dynamic, high pressure environment
Demonstrated ability in strong analytical, quantitative and social skills
Ability to work within spreadsheets and databases
Strong organizational, written and verbal communication skills required
Self-starter with efficient time management and organizational skills
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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 including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company’s 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays. The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) received varies based on years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources.
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