Description Our client, a local, multi-state leader in their industry, is seeking a Staff Accountant to join their team in Ontario, California. In this role, you will support the Assistant Controller by conducting technical accounting research, preparing financial statements, and managing mid-level complexity accounts. This position requires someone who is detail-oriented, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and can contribute to financial reporting and process improvement initiatives. Responsibilities: • Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes for assigned accounts, including preparing journal entries and resolving balance sheet and profit and loss discrepancies. • Analyze financial results by comparing actual performance against budget for designated accounts. • Streamline and enhance the efficiency of accounting tasks and financial reporting processes. • Maintain detailed reconciliations of assigned balance sheet accounts on a regular basis. • Assist with Audit, review, and verify supporting documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance. • Collaborate with senior staff and operational departments to clarify transactions and resolve issues through ad hoc analyses. • Help to prepare and manage various accounting reports, ensuring thoroughness and timeliness. • Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned by leadership. Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. • A minimum of 2 years of experience in accounting, finance, or a related function. • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a proven track record of delivering accurate results. • Proficiency in US GAAP and intermediate knowledge of bank reconciliations, prepaid expenses, and accrued liabilities. • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. • Advanced computer skills, including intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel. • Familiarity with ERP accounting systems such as NetSuite, Oracle, or SAP. • Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and self-review capabilities. 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) .