Staff Accountant

Description We are offering a contract to hire employment opportunity for a Staff Accountant in Baltimore, Maryland. The Staff Accountant will be working in the nonprofit industry, focusing on various accounting tasks such as maintaining general ledger accounts, preparing financial statements, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. The role is crucial for maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the overall financial health of the organization.Responsibilities: Prepare monthly financial statements for review Conduct bank and account reconciliations regularly Manage accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely and accurate processing Oversee invoice processing, approvals, and discrepancy resolution Maintain and manage vendor files and relationships Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations Handle general ledger entries and maintenance Conduct month-end close procedures accurately Utilize software such as NetSuite, Oracle, QuickBooks, SAP, and Microsoft Excel for various accounting tasks Calculate and record fixed asset depreciation schedules.Requirements Possess a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field. Demonstrable experience in accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR). Proficiency in bank reconciliations, general ledger management, and journal entries. Experience with month-end close procedures. Familiarity with accounting software such as NetSuite, Oracle, QuickBooks, and SAP. Knowledge of depreciation, including depreciation calculations, depreciation expense, depreciation schedule, and fixed asset depreciation. Experience with invoicing, including approved invoices, code invoices, high-volume invoicing, invoice approvals, invoice discrepancies, invoice entry, invoice payment, invoice processing, invoice reconciliation, and processing vendor invoices. Ability to maintain vendor files and manage vendor relationships. Experience with account reconciliation, including balance sheet account reconciliation, bank account reconciliation, cash reconciliations, credit card reconciliation, daily reconciliation, expense reconciliation, and financial reconciliation. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Ability to reconcile bank account, bank statements, and cash. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Knowledge of industry regulations and guidelines in social care/services. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism. Willingness to continuously improve and learn new 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.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.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.© 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .