Staff Accountant

Responsibilities

• Prepare and record journal entries to ensure financial activity is captured accurately and on schedule.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, researching discrepancies and resolving issues in a timely manner.
• Support corporate tax processes by organizing documentation, assisting with filings, and helping ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
• Contribute to sales tax reporting activities, including data review, calculation support, and submission preparation.
• Aid in the preparation of corporate tax returns by compiling financial information and coordinating required schedules.
• Review accounting records for completeness and accuracy while helping strengthen day-to-day financial controls.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to gather information needed for reporting, reconciliations, and tax-related deliverables.

Requirements

• Experience in staff accounting or a similar accounting position with responsibility for core financial processes.
• Working knowledge of corporate tax principles, including exposure to corporate tax return preparation.
• Familiarity with sales tax reporting requirements and related compliance activities.
• Strong ability to prepare journal entries and maintain accurate supporting documentation.
• Experience reconciling and managing general ledger accounts with a high level of accuracy.
• Proficiency in standard accounting practices and financial recordkeeping.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to meet recurring deadlines.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field, and preferably CPA certification. They should have 3+ years of relevant experience in accounting or a similar role.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

Benefits

Robert Half offers competitive compensation and benefits, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

This is a full-time position based in Boston, Massachusetts.

Company Information

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.