Staff Accountant

Job Description

Staff Accountant | Robert Half

The Tone:
This is an in-person role located in Wexford, Pennsylvania, supporting day-to-day accounting operations for a growing organization. Robert Half, a specialized talent solutions firm, is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant for a company valuing initiative, independent priority management, and high accuracy. This position offers a chance to contribute significantly to financial reporting, reconciliations, and transaction processing. The role is crucial for partnering with internal stakeholders to ensure accounting records remain complete and reliable for business planning and performance review.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Location: In-person, Wexford, PA

• Mission: To support day-to-day accounting operations and ensure the completeness and reliability of accounting records for a growing organization.
• Tech Stack: Excel, Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook), Sage Intacct or comparable accounting software

What You’ll Actually Do
• Invoice Processing: Prepare and issue customer invoices, including any supporting schedules or backup documentation required for billing accuracy.
• Commission Management: Calculate sales commission amounts and maintain organized records to support timely and accurate payout processing.
• Bank Reconciliation: Reconcile bank activity on a regular basis to ensure cash records align with financial statements.
• Accounts Receivable Management: Monitor accounts receivable activity by updating the ledger, applying payments correctly, and confirming outstanding balances are properly recorded.
• Variance Resolution: Investigate variances and resolve account issues by reviewing transactions, identifying root causes, and coordinating corrections when needed.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or at least 2 years of general accounting experience, combined with a sound understanding of core accounting principles and standard financial processes.
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience in accounting functions such as general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or journal entries; experience using Sage Intacct or comparable accounting software.
• Skills: Strong proficiency in Excel and solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Outlook; demonstrated accuracy, organization, and accountability when handling detailed financial information; ability to balance multiple deadlines, communicate effectively, and work both independently and collaboratively while maintaining confidentiality.