Staff Accountant
Robert Half · Midvale, UT · 1 wk ago
On-siteAccountingFull-time
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Midvale, Utah. This role supports daily accounting operations, helps maintain accurate financial records, and contributes to timely reporting and compliance activities.
Responsibilities
- Oversee routine general ledger activity by recording transactions accurately, reconciling accounts, and helping maintain complete financial records.
- Provide coverage for payables and receivables processes, including invoice handling, payment support, and follow-up on outstanding balances to encourage timely collection.
- Contribute to the preparation of monthly and periodic financial reports, including core statements and selected close-related assignments.
- Partner with the finance team on planning activities by assisting with budgets, projections, and analysis of actual results against expectations.
- Develop, document, and update accounting policies and operating procedures to support consistency and compliance.
- Assist with payroll administration when needed, including registration tasks related to state withholding and unemployment requirements.
- Support tax and regulatory filings by preparing required documentation for items such as sales and use tax, property tax, information reporting, and year-end wage review activities.
- Compile audit schedules, organize supporting records, and respond to auditor information requests for financial and compliance reviews.
- Help strengthen internal controls, monitor outstanding payments and uncashed checks, and support required unclaimed property reporting.
- Work with accounting leadership to maintain awareness of regulatory changes and support compliance procedures tied to audit obligations.
Requirements
- At least 1 year of accounting experience in a staff accountant or similar role.
- Working knowledge of general ledger accounting and journal entry preparation.
- Experience supporting tax-related processes, including corporate tax, sales tax, or related filings.
- Familiarity with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and month-end close activities.
- Ability to prepare accurate financial data and maintain strong attention to detail.
- Understanding of accounting compliance, internal controls, and financial documentation practices.
- Proficiency in collaborating with finance teams and managing multiple deadlines effectively.
Benefits
- Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance.
- Eligibility to enroll in our company 401(k) plan for contract/temporary professionals.