Description We are looking for an experienced Staff Accountant to join our team in Sarasota, Florida. This role is a Contract-to-permanent opportunity, offering a chance to contribute to key financial operations and build a long-term career. The ideal candidate will excel in managing accounting functions, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting, and supporting organizational goals. Responsibilities: • Process customer credit applications with precision and ensure comprehensive record-keeping for credit accounts. • Prepare and analyze monthly Income Statements for assigned locations, identifying variances and monitoring key performance indicators. • Collaborate with location managers to review financial statements, offering support in understanding adjusted gross margin results and budget discrepancies. • Conduct thorough reviews of physical inventory valuation reports and maintain accurate documentation. • Assist in the development of annual forecasts and budgets for multiple locations, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives. • Contribute to the documentation and oversight of internal controls to maintain compliance and efficiency. • Manage and maintain the general ledger system, ensuring accuracy and consistency in financial records. • Take responsibility for overseeing additional locations as they become operational, integrating their accounting functions smoothly. • Organize and store accounting documents securely, adhering to regulatory and organizational requirements. • Participate in special projects as assigned, contributing to broader organizational initiatives. Requirements • Proficiency in Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) processes. • Experience with bank reconciliations and month-end close procedures. • Strong knowledge of general ledger management and journal entry preparation. • Familiarity with financial software such as Oracle and QuickBooks. • Ability to interpret and analyze financial data, including forecasting and budgeting. • Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail in managing accounting records. • Effective communication skills to collaborate with team members and location managers. • Capability to adapt to new responsibilities as the organization expands its operations. 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) .