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Robert Half Staff Accountant in Austin, Texas
Description
Robert Half is looking for a talented, accurate Staff Accountant to fill a permanent position within an innovative company. As a Staff Accountant, you will be responsible for processing accounting tasks related to fixed assets, credit cards, and other general accounting functions, including many aspects of internal reporting during the monthly close. You will be in charge of preparing journal entries, monthly and year-end closings, bank reconciliation, fixed asset maintenance, and general ledger reconciliation. You will put your skills towards the development and implementation of accounting policies. Also, you will participate in compliance, interact with our external auditors for quarterly reviews and annual audits, and review schedules for the reporting processes. This intricate position is involved in the production of Financial Statements, Cash Flow projections, and Budgets, so you must maintain accuracy and timeliness of financial/accounting processes and reporting in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. Located in the Austin, Texas area, this position is a challenging, multi-faceted opportunity to work for a company that recognizes and rewards hard work.
ROLE + RESPONSIBILITIES
Record fixed asset transactions, post monthly depreciation, reconcile Fixed asset and accumulated depreciation accounts, and assist with annual fixed asset audit.
Work with project managers to maintain organization and timely submission of PO’s, receipts, and invoices pertaining to project costs.
Assist with monthly billing
Complete bank reconciliations for multiple bank accounts with resolution of reconciling items in a timely manner. This includes identifying lost checks and unposted journal entries, duplicate items, etc.
Assist with month end process which may include posting purchase order accruals, month end labor accruals, overhead and other job cost allocations for multiple divisions.
Support gathering data for Audits, tax returns, etc.
Research, analyze and reconcile general ledger accounts.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
Ability to use Microsoft Suite software such as Excel and Word.
Familiarity with job cost accounting and intercompany relationships.
Experience with construction industry or similar a plus.
Requirements
Ability to use Microsoft Suite software such as Excel and Word.
Familiarity with job cost accounting and intercompany relationships.
Fixed Asset Accounting experience
Ability to prioritize work and balance multiple projects and deadlines
Ability to thrive in a dynamic, high pressure environment, to prioritize deals and adapt to quick changes while remaining diligent
Takes action on items beyond formal job responsibilities
Outstanding organizational, written and verbal communication skills required
BA/BS or equivalent in Accounting or Finance
ERP system experience
1+ years of recent and relevant accounting experience
Sharp, analytical thinking abilities, always seeking to draw connections and identify the "why"
Working knowledge of spreadsheets and databases
Competent with spreadsheets and databases
Great attention to detail
Experience with construction industry or similar
Similar field experience
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.
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Questions? Call your local office at 1.888.490.5461. Robert Half will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to temporary professionals. Visit https://roberthalf.gobenefits.net/ for more information.
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