Description We are looking for an experienced Staff Accountant to join our team on a contract basis for a period of 2–3 months. This on-site position in El Segundo, California, requires someone with strong attention to detail to manage a variety of accounting tasks, including payroll processing, journal entries, and audit support. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in accounting and be proficient in QuickBooks Online and Expensify. Responsibilities: • Prepare and analyze profit and loss statements to ensure accurate financial reporting. • Assist the controller with compiling and organizing financial data for internal use. • Manage accounts payable processes, including vendor payments and reconciliations. • Perform selective accounts receivable reconciliations to maintain accurate records. • Record journal entries and maintain the general ledger with precision. • Support internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with accounting standards. • Manage asset schedules, including amortization and depreciation calculations. • Process bi-weekly offshore payroll payments for 20–50 employees. • Generate detailed expense reports to assist with budgeting and financial planning. Requirements • Proven experience in accounting, including AP, AR, payroll, and audit support. • Proficiency in QuickBooks Online and Expensify is required. • Strong understanding of corporate tax, including sales tax and tax return preparation. • Demonstrated ability to create and record journal entries accurately. • Familiarity with general ledger management and financial reconciliations. • Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail. • Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, dynamic work environment. • Previous experience in contract or interim accounting roles is a plus. 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. Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company’s 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays. The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) received varies based on years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources. © 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) .