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Robert Half Staff Accountant in San Rafael, California
Description We are looking for a detail-focused Staff Accountant to support daily accounting activities for a Long-term Contract opportunity in Larkspur, California. This position is well suited for someone who enjoys structured financial work, takes pride in accuracy, and can manage a steady volume of reconciliations and payable tasks. The role offers the chance to contribute to a collaborative accounting team while helping maintain reliable records and timely financial processing.
Responsibilities:
• Manage a large portfolio of bank account reconciliations, including routine accounts as well as items that require deeper research and analysis.
• Prepare clear and complete supporting documentation to ensure reconciliation activity is accurate, organized, and audit-ready.
• Review outstanding differences, identify root causes, and follow through on corrections to resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Assist with accounts payable activities by processing invoices and helping maintain timely and accurate payment records.
• Record journal entries and support general ledger maintenance to keep financial data current and reliable.
• Use Excel and accounting systems to monitor transactions, analyze balances, and track reconciliation progress.
• Partner with accounting team members to strengthen workflows, improve consistency, and support day-to-day finance operations.
• Provide additional accounting assistance across routine close and reporting activities as needed. Requirements • At least 3 years of experience in a Staff Accountant or comparable accounting position.
• Hands-on background in bank reconciliations, with the ability to manage both straightforward and more complex account activity.
• Working knowledge of journal entries and general ledger accounting principles.
• Experience supporting accounts payable functions in an accounting environment that requires strong attention to detail.
• Basic to intermediate Excel skills and confidence using financial or accounting software.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate records and supporting documentation.
• Familiarity with corporate tax, sales tax, or corporate tax return processes is beneficial.
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is preferred.
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