Description We are seeking a dedicated Staff Accountant to join our team in Houston, Texas. In this role, you will be responsible for various accounting tasks, including month-end close, audit preparation, reconciliations, payroll, and heavy use of Excel. This position offers a short-term contract employment opportunity.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the month-end close process to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting

• Prepare for audits by organizing necessary documents and information

• Perform reconciliations of financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information

• Utilize Excel for various financial tasks and reporting

• Manage payroll functions ensuring efficient systems, process and controls

• Utilize Financial Edge Blackbaud software for various accounting tasks

• Contribute to a team effort by accomplishing related results as needed

• Leverage Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT skills to enhance accounting procedures and tasks

• Comply with federal, state, and local financial legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation, enforcing adherence to requirements, and advising management on needed actions. Requirements • Possession of a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.

• Proven experience as a Staff Accountant or similar role.

• Must have proficiency in using Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT software.

• Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting principles.

• Proven ability to calculate, post, and manage accounting figures and financial records.

• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Strong analytical skills and ability to identify errors.

• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information.

• Proficiency in MS Office, particularly MS Excel.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

• Knowledge of applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

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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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, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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