Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant in the Middlesex County, NJ area. In this role you will be responsible for AP and AR functions, journal entries, financial statement preparation, financial reports, bank reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations, month and year end close, and more. If have 2+ years of experience as a Staff Accountant, strong excel skills, understanding of GAAP, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance, this might be the opportunity for you! Responsibilities: • Perform balance sheet reconciliations to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies. • Conduct bank reconciliations to maintain up-to-date financial records. • Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, including invoice processing and payment tracking. • Utilize Accounting Software to record and organize financial data. • Support month-end and year-end close activities by preparing reports and verifying account balances. • Input financial data with precision and maintain organized records. • Generate financial reports and provide insights to support financial decision-making. Requirements Qualifications: • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance required. • Strong understanding of US GAAP (public accounting experience a plus). • Strong knowledge of Excel (v-lookups and pivot tables). • Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills. • Excellent team player who works extremely well in a collaborative environment but also willing to work independently. • Attention to detail and delivery focused. • Self-starter and proactive in learning processes. • Strong analytical skills, willingness to understand transactional details and apply to the larger picture. • Ability to multitask with strong organizational skills. • Previous experience in SAP and Oracle accounting system 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. 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) .