Staff Accountant
The Contractor Consultants
Posted 21 hours ago
Robert Half
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We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to support core accounting operations for a Long-term Contract position based in Maryland. This role is ideal for an experienced individual who can manage day-to-day financial activities, keep reporting on schedule, and contribute to accurate month-end and year-end close processes. The position requires strong communication skills, adaptability, and hands-on experience with QuickBooks in an in-office environment five days per week. Responsibilities: • Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable activities to ensure timely processing, accurate recording, and proper follow-up on outstanding items. • Reconcile bank accounts and key balance sheet accounts each month, including cash, receivables, fixed assets, investments, payables, revenue, and expense-related balances. • Prepare journal entries during the monthly close and maintain supporting schedules for balance sheet and income statement accounts. • Review general ledger activity, analyze cash movement, and compare budgeted spending against actual results to identify variances. • Produce financial statements and related reports for month-end, quarter-end, and year-end deadlines with a high level of accuracy. • Support budgeting activities, assist with audit preparation, and compile schedules needed for tax-related filings and compliance. • Maintain organized accounting records in QuickBooks and help improve the consistency and reliability of financial data. • Take on special projects and additional accounting tasks as business needs evolve.• Experience working as a Senior Accountant or in a closely related accounting role. • Strong working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger activity, and journal entry preparation. • Demonstrated ability to complete bank reconciliations and maintain accurate account reconciliations across multiple balance sheet areas. • Experience preparing financial reports and supporting month-end, quarter-end,
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