Description We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Staff Accountant to join our team on a long-term contract basis. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on ensuring accuracy in financial processes and has a strong background in accounts receivable, cash management, and general ledger maintenance. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, this position offers the opportunity to contribute to month-end close activities, audit preparations, and financial reporting in a dynamic environment. Responsibilities: • Perform detailed account reconciliations related to cash and accounts receivable to ensure accuracy and compliance. • Prepare and post journal entries for month-end and year-end close processes, adhering to established deadlines. • Support the preparation and organization of documentation for external audits, ensuring readiness and timely responses to requests. • Maintain the general ledger by resolving discrepancies and ensuring the accuracy of financial data. • Utilize PeopleSoft to manage financial transactions and reporting efficiently, leveraging its features for streamlined processes. • Assist in ensuring compliance with company policies and relevant accounting regulations during financial operations. • Contribute to the development and refinement of accounting processes to improve efficiency and accuracy. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless financial reporting and data integrity. Requirements • A minimum of 5 years of accounting experience, with a focus on accounts receivable, cash management, and reconciliations. • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. • Proficiency in PeopleSoft or similar enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems. • In-depth knowledge of accounting principles, month-end close processes, and financial reconciliation practices. • Experience supporting external audits, including data preparation and addressing auditor inquiries. • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including skills with formulas, pivot tables, and VLOOKUPs. • Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration in a team environment. 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) .