Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Beverly, Massachusetts. In this Contract-to-permanent role, you will play a key part in managing financial operations and ensuring accurate reporting. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic organization while advancing your accounting expertise. Responsibilities: • Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, ensuring accuracy and timely transactions. • Prepare and post journal entries to maintain the integrity of financial records. • Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts to ensure accurate financial reporting. • Conduct bank reconciliations to verify account balances and resolve discrepancies. • Process invoices efficiently and ensure compliance with company policies. • Assist with payroll processing, ensuring timely and accurate payments to employees. • Support month-end closing activities, including preparing reports and reconciling accounts. • Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth financial operations and address any accounting-related queries. Requirements • Proven experience in accounts payable and accounts receivable management. • Strong knowledge of journal entries and general ledger maintenance. • Hands-on experience with bank reconciliations and resolving discrepancies. • Proficiency in processing invoices and ensuring compliance with financial guidelines. • Familiarity with payroll processing and related accounting procedures. • Ability to handle month-end closing activities and prepare accurate financial reports. • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills. • Strong communication and teamwork abilities to collaborate effectively across departments. 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) .