Description Our client, a leading name in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, is seeking a Staff Accountant for a 5–6 month contract to support their Finance & Accounting team during a critical period. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented, self-motivated accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Key Responsibilities: + Manage a 10-day monthly close, encompassing journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis, supporting the Controller. + Ensure timely and accurate balance sheet reconciliations, proactively resolving discrepancies. + Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance cost accuracy and operational alignment. + Maintain detailed schedules for revenue recognition, rebates, and trade allowances. + Analyze trade spend, promotional accruals, and customer deductions to drive insights. + Prepare GAAP-compliant monthly financial statements, dashboards, and management reports. + Document and optimize internal controls, identifying and recommending process improvements. + Support audits, budgeting, forecasting, and various ad hoc financial analyses. + Partner with AP and AR teams for accurate accounting treatment and reporting. Requirements Who We’re Looking For: + Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field + 5+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a CPG or manufacturing environment + Strong understanding of GAAP + Advanced Excel skills; ERP experience preferred (SAP, NetSuite, etc.) + Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills 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 works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. 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. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .