Accountant

Robert Half has partnered with a fast growing company in Raleigh to assist them in hiring an experienced Accountant. The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance and at least two years of corporate accounting experience. In this role, you will help maintain accurate financial records, contribute to timely close activities, and support reporting and compliance efforts across the accounting function. The position works closely with accounting leadership and cross-functional partners to resolve issues, explain variances, and strengthen day-to-day accounting processes. In addition to a competitive base salary, this company offers an annual bonus program and growth potential.

Responsibilities:

• Record accounting activity by preparing journal entries, accruals, allocations, and other ledger updates needed for accurate reporting.

• Reconcile bank accounts, cash activity, balance sheet accounts, and credit card transactions, then research and clear outstanding differences.

• Participate in monthly, quarterly, and year-end close tasks to help ensure deadlines are met and financial data is complete.

• Track and maintain supporting schedules for items such as fixed assets, prepaid balances, lease activity, commissions, and accrued expenses.

• Review financial results and general ledger detail to identify unexpected movements, investigate root causes, and document findings.

• Assist with the preparation of financial reports and provide organized support for audits, tax-related filings, and compliance reviews.

• Partner with departments across the business to address accounting questions and resolve items that affect reported results.

• Organize accounting records and backup documentation while contributing ideas that improve workflows and strengthen internal controls.

• Support special assignments and ad hoc analysis requested by the accounting team or business leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

• At least 2 years of accounting experience, including work with reconciliations, general ledger activity, and month-end close.

• Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and core accounting practices.

• Experience using ERP or other accounting software in a business environment.

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including functions for lookup, summarization, and data analysis.

• Strong analytical thinking with the ability to identify discrepancies and resolve problems efficiently.

• Effective organizational and time management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities in a deadline-driven setting.