Staff Accountant

Description Robert Half is on the look-out for an organized individual with accounting chops to join a growing Healthcare/NHS organization in the long-term contract / temporary role of Staff Accountant. The Staff Accountant is responsible for preparing monthly and year-end closings, journal entries, fixed asset maintenance, bank reconciliation, and general ledger reconciliation. During the monthly close, you will hold responsibility over many aspects of internal reporting. You will assist with 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 position is very involved as it will produce Cash Flow projections, Budgets, and Financial Statements. Based in the Carlsbad, California region, this company offers an engaging and mulit-faceted opportunity where effort is rewarded.Your responsibilitiesKeep up fixed asset ledger, depreciation, and reconciliation

Prepare complex journal entries and account reconciliations including but not limited to cash, prepaid expenses and payroll

Participate in various initiatives spanning multiple departments

Be responsible for analysis of income statements and balance sheets and communicate findings to management

Manage capital lease and monthly payment schedules

Participate in the month end, quarter end and year end closing process including monthly financial close workbook preparation

Carry out month end close, journal entries, without supervision

Ad-hoc reporting and special projects, as requested

Commentate on a wide variety of financial data and communicate it in a useful and understandable manner

Help with the implementation, maintenance and adherence to internal controls and accounting procedures ensuring compliance with GAAP Requirements

Requirements and Skills:2+ years of accounting experience.

Advanced Excel skills

Strong numeracy and analytical skills.

Good problem-solving and time management skills.

Highly organized and detail-oriented.

Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets.

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance preferred

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 puts you in the best position to succeed by advocating on your behalf and promoting you to employers. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity – even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, instant notifications for AI-matched jobs, and more.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 contract/temporary professionals. Visit https://roberthalf.gobenefits.net/ for more information.© 2021 Robert Half. 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).