Staff Accountant

Company: Robert Half
Location: Memphis
Posted on: January 12, 2021

Job Description:

Ref ID: 02300-0011632780Classification: Staff AccountantCompensation: $21.38 to $24.75 hourlyAccountemps is looking for an experienced, organized individual to take on the long-term temporary role of Staff Accountant at a growing, dynamic company in the Retail industry. As a Staff Accountant, you will prepare 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. In addition, you will support the development and implementation of accounting policies. In addition, you will take part in compliance, review schedules for the reporting processes, and interact with our external auditors for quarterly reviews and annual audits. This very involved position works to produce Cash Flow projections, Budgets, and Financial Statements. This Edina, Minnesota based company is offering an opportunity that is multi-faceted and challenging in nature. It's a thriving environment where effort is rewarded. What you get to do every single day - Assist in the month end, quarter end and year end closing process including monthly financial close workbook preparation - Support fixed asset ledger, depreciation, and reconciliation - Be a part of various initiatives spanning multiple departments - Help with the implementation, maintenance and adherence to internal controls and accounting procedures ensuring compliance with GAAP - Create monthly statement analysis to be used for management reportings - Be responsible for account reconciliations including prepaid expenses, payroll, and other assignments - Offer descriptions of a large number of financial data and communicate insights in a useful and understandable manner - Ad-hoc reporting and special projects, as requested - Execute month end close, journal entries, with little supervision - Maintain capital lease and monthly payment schedulesJob Requirements:- Ability and willingness to meet business critical deadlines - BA/BS or equivalent in Accounting, Finance or Economics - Cash applications experience required - Comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft Excel - Bank Account Reconciliation experience - Foundational knowledge in bank reconciliations - Recent and relevant accounting experience - Attentive, ability to work independently and prioritize tasks - Spreadsheet and database capabilities - Ability to work in a dynamic and changing environment - Self-driven motivator who takes initiative on projects with a strong ability to understand and solve creative challenges - Competent with spreadsheets and databases - The ideal candidate will be highly-skilled with exceptional analytical, quantitative and social skills - Proficient in ERP systems - Experienced organizational, written and verbal communication skillsAccountemps, a Robert Half Company, matches skilled accounting and finance professionals with remote or on-site jobs on a temporary and temporary-to-hire basis. Our experienced staffing professionals can promote you to employers and advocate on your behalf. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. For more opportunities, get the Robert Half app and receive instant notifications when our AI matches your skills and experience with jobs.When you work with us, you're working with the best. Robert Half has been recognized as one of FORTUNE's "Most Admired Companies" every year since 1998 and was named to Forbes' inaugural list of America's Best Temporary Staffing Firms.Questions? Call your local office at 1.888.490.3195. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to temporary professionals. Visit https://roberthalf.gobenefits.net/ for more information.-- 2020 Accountemps. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (www.roberthalf.com/terms-of-use).

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