Staff Accountant - Careers at Robert Half
Robert Half
Staff Accountant - Careers at Robert Half
Job Description
Staff Accountant Opportunity at Robert Half in Braintree, Massachusetts
Robert Half is proud to present an exciting Staff Accountant position in Braintree, Massachusetts. This long-term contract role offers the potential to transition into a permanent position, making it ideal for detail-oriented accounting professionals seeking stability and growth. As a leader in financial staffing, Robert Half connects top talent with premier opportunities across the United States, and this role exemplifies our commitment to excellence in accounting careers.
About the Role
Join a dynamic team managing financial processes for multiple clients in a fast-paced environment. The Staff Accountant will play a pivotal role in ensuring accuracy in payroll, accounts payable/receivable, and tax compliance. Located in Braintree, MA—a vibrant suburb south of Boston—this position leverages your expertise in QuickBooks Online and financial reporting to support business operations. Whether you're handling month-end closings or ad hoc tasks, you'll contribute to seamless financial management while adapting to client-specific needs. This opportunity is perfect for accountants with 2+ years of experience who thrive in multi-client settings and value precision in every transaction.
Key Responsibilities
As a Staff Accountant, your day-to-day will involve a blend of routine and strategic accounting tasks:
- Accurately process accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) for diverse clients, ensuring timely payments and collections.
- Oversee payroll operations, from data entry to compliant processing, minimizing errors and meeting deadlines.
- Support month-end closing by performing reconciliations, preparing financial statements, and analyzing variances.
- Manage corporate tax compliance, including preparation of sales tax and income tax returns.
- Maintain meticulous financial records in compliance with GAAP and company standards.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to meet unique client accounting requirements.
- Leverage QuickBooks Online for efficient reporting, invoicing, and bookkeeping.
- Tackle ad hoc projects, demonstrating flexibility in a dynamic workplace.
These responsibilities highlight the need for strong organizational skills and a proactive mindset, core to succeeding in Robert Half's client-focused model.
Required Qualifications
To excel in this Staff Accountant role, candidates should possess:
- A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
- Proven proficiency in QuickBooks Online, Excel, and payroll systems.
- Hands-on experience with AP/AR, reconciliations, month-end processes, and tax preparation.
- Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and time management abilities.
- Adaptability to shifting priorities and multi-client demands.
- Familiarity with financial regulations, GAAP, and compliance standards.
- Strong communication skills for team and client interactions.
- 2+ years in accounting, preferably in a service-oriented or consulting environment.
Robert Half values candidates who embody professionalism and a commitment to continuous improvement in accounting practices.
Why Join Us at Robert Half?
Robert Half offers more than just a job—it's a gateway to a thriving accounting career. This Braintree, MA position provides competitive pay (estimated $62,500–$75,000 annually based on $30/hour), long-term stability, and the chance for permanency. Enjoy a supportive culture, professional growth through our training programs, and access to thousands of opportunities nationwide. Braintree's strategic location offers easy access to Boston's financial hub while providing a balanced suburban lifestyle. Join Robert Half to advance your skills in staff accounting, payroll management, and financial compliance, and be part of a team that prioritizes your success. Apply today and elevate your career with the industry leader in finance and accounting staffing!
This job posting is optimized for accounting professionals searching for 'Staff Accountant jobs in Braintree MA,' 'QuickBooks accounting roles,' and 'contract-to-hire accounting positions.' Robert Half: Where careers take flight.
Locations
- Braintree, Massachusetts, United States
Salary
62,500 - 75,000 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Accounts Payable (AP)intermediate
- Accounts Receivable (AR)intermediate
- Payroll Processingintermediate
- Month-End Closingintermediate
- Financial Reconciliationsintermediate
- QuickBooks Onlineintermediate
- Tax Complianceintermediate
- Financial Reportingintermediate
- Corporate Tax Preparationintermediate
- Sales Tax Returnsintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred (experience)
- 2+ years of accounting experience, ideally in a multi-client environment (experience)
- Proficiency in QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Excel (experience)
- Strong knowledge of payroll processing and compliance (experience)
- Experience with month-end closings, reconciliations, and tax returns (experience)
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills (experience)
- Ability to adapt to dynamic priorities and multiple client needs (experience)
- Commitment to accuracy and financial regulations (experience)
Responsibilities
- Process accounts payable and accounts receivable accurately and efficiently for multiple clients
- Manage payroll operations, ensuring timely and compliant payroll processing
- Assist with month-end closing procedures, including reconciliations and financial reporting
- Handle corporate tax compliance and prepare sales tax and income tax returns
- Maintain detailed financial records, ensuring accuracy and adherence to company protocols
- Collaborate with team members to address varying client-specific accounting needs
- Utilize QuickBooks Online for financial management and reporting tasks
- Provide support for ad hoc accounting duties as required
- Adapt to shifting priorities and manage tasks effectively in a dynamic environment
- Ensure compliance with all applicable financial regulations and standards
Benefits
- general: Competitive hourly salary with potential for permanent placement
- general: Long-term contract opportunity with full-time hours
- general: Professional development and training opportunities
- general: Supportive team environment with collaborative culture
- general: Flexible work options depending on client needs
- general: Access to Robert Half's extensive career resources and job placement services
- general: Health, dental, and vision insurance eligibility upon conversion to permanent
- general: Paid time off and holiday pay for contract positions
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Staff Accountant - Careers at Robert Half
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Job Description
Staff Accountant Opportunity at Robert Half in Braintree, Massachusetts
Robert Half is proud to present an exciting Staff Accountant position in Braintree, Massachusetts. This long-term contract role offers the potential to transition into a permanent position, making it ideal for detail-oriented accounting professionals seeking stability and growth. As a leader in financial staffing, Robert Half connects top talent with premier opportunities across the United States, and this role exemplifies our commitment to excellence in accounting careers.
About the Role
Join a dynamic team managing financial processes for multiple clients in a fast-paced environment. The Staff Accountant will play a pivotal role in ensuring accuracy in payroll, accounts payable/receivable, and tax compliance. Located in Braintree, MA—a vibrant suburb south of Boston—this position leverages your expertise in QuickBooks Online and financial reporting to support business operations. Whether you're handling month-end closings or ad hoc tasks, you'll contribute to seamless financial management while adapting to client-specific needs. This opportunity is perfect for accountants with 2+ years of experience who thrive in multi-client settings and value precision in every transaction.
Key Responsibilities
As a Staff Accountant, your day-to-day will involve a blend of routine and strategic accounting tasks:
- Accurately process accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) for diverse clients, ensuring timely payments and collections.
- Oversee payroll operations, from data entry to compliant processing, minimizing errors and meeting deadlines.
- Support month-end closing by performing reconciliations, preparing financial statements, and analyzing variances.
- Manage corporate tax compliance, including preparation of sales tax and income tax returns.
- Maintain meticulous financial records in compliance with GAAP and company standards.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to meet unique client accounting requirements.
- Leverage QuickBooks Online for efficient reporting, invoicing, and bookkeeping.
- Tackle ad hoc projects, demonstrating flexibility in a dynamic workplace.
These responsibilities highlight the need for strong organizational skills and a proactive mindset, core to succeeding in Robert Half's client-focused model.
Required Qualifications
To excel in this Staff Accountant role, candidates should possess:
- A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
- Proven proficiency in QuickBooks Online, Excel, and payroll systems.
- Hands-on experience with AP/AR, reconciliations, month-end processes, and tax preparation.
- Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and time management abilities.
- Adaptability to shifting priorities and multi-client demands.
- Familiarity with financial regulations, GAAP, and compliance standards.
- Strong communication skills for team and client interactions.
- 2+ years in accounting, preferably in a service-oriented or consulting environment.
Robert Half values candidates who embody professionalism and a commitment to continuous improvement in accounting practices.
Why Join Us at Robert Half?
Robert Half offers more than just a job—it's a gateway to a thriving accounting career. This Braintree, MA position provides competitive pay (estimated $62,500–$75,000 annually based on $30/hour), long-term stability, and the chance for permanency. Enjoy a supportive culture, professional growth through our training programs, and access to thousands of opportunities nationwide. Braintree's strategic location offers easy access to Boston's financial hub while providing a balanced suburban lifestyle. Join Robert Half to advance your skills in staff accounting, payroll management, and financial compliance, and be part of a team that prioritizes your success. Apply today and elevate your career with the industry leader in finance and accounting staffing!
This job posting is optimized for accounting professionals searching for 'Staff Accountant jobs in Braintree MA,' 'QuickBooks accounting roles,' and 'contract-to-hire accounting positions.' Robert Half: Where careers take flight.
Locations
- Braintree, Massachusetts, United States
Salary
62,500 - 75,000 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Accounts Payable (AP)intermediate
- Accounts Receivable (AR)intermediate
- Payroll Processingintermediate
- Month-End Closingintermediate
- Financial Reconciliationsintermediate
- QuickBooks Onlineintermediate
- Tax Complianceintermediate
- Financial Reportingintermediate
- Corporate Tax Preparationintermediate
- Sales Tax Returnsintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred (experience)
- 2+ years of accounting experience, ideally in a multi-client environment (experience)
- Proficiency in QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Excel (experience)
- Strong knowledge of payroll processing and compliance (experience)
- Experience with month-end closings, reconciliations, and tax returns (experience)
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills (experience)
- Ability to adapt to dynamic priorities and multiple client needs (experience)
- Commitment to accuracy and financial regulations (experience)
Responsibilities
- Process accounts payable and accounts receivable accurately and efficiently for multiple clients
- Manage payroll operations, ensuring timely and compliant payroll processing
- Assist with month-end closing procedures, including reconciliations and financial reporting
- Handle corporate tax compliance and prepare sales tax and income tax returns
- Maintain detailed financial records, ensuring accuracy and adherence to company protocols
- Collaborate with team members to address varying client-specific accounting needs
- Utilize QuickBooks Online for financial management and reporting tasks
- Provide support for ad hoc accounting duties as required
- Adapt to shifting priorities and manage tasks effectively in a dynamic environment
- Ensure compliance with all applicable financial regulations and standards
Benefits
- general: Competitive hourly salary with potential for permanent placement
- general: Long-term contract opportunity with full-time hours
- general: Professional development and training opportunities
- general: Supportive team environment with collaborative culture
- general: Flexible work options depending on client needs
- general: Access to Robert Half's extensive career resources and job placement services
- general: Health, dental, and vision insurance eligibility upon conversion to permanent
- general: Paid time off and holiday pay for contract positions
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