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Accountant

Robert Half
Harrisburg, PA Contractor
POSTED ON 2/28/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/6/2025
Salary: $20.00 to $25.00 hourly

Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accountant with a strong accounting background and a passion for accuracy and excellence. The ideal candidate will be responsible for reconciling and assessing balance sheet accounts, ensuring the accuracy of financial records, and identifying potential correcting entries for variances.

Key Responsibilities

  • Reconcile and analyze balance sheet accounts to identify variances and prepare potential correcting entries.
  • Navigate and utilize accounting and financial software to perform reconciliations and related functions efficiently.
  • Review and assess accounts thoroughly to ensure compliance with accounting principles and organizational policies.
  • Assist with audit preparation and processes, leveraging previous audit experience if applicable.
  • Maintain accuracy and consistency in financial reporting by identifying and resolving discrepancies.


Qualifications & Skills

  • Strong accounting background with experience in managing balance sheet reconciliations.
  • Proficiency in quickly learning and applying new accounting software.
  • Exceptional attention to detail with a knack for identifying variances and discrepancies.
  • Knowledge of compliance reporting and proper accounting processes.
  • 2 years of experience in accounting, with exposure to audits as a plus.
  • Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with ERP software are highly desirable.
  • A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field preferred


For immediate assistance apply to job posting or call 717-691-2160.

Requirements

Qualifications & Skills:

  • Strong accounting background with experience in managing balance sheet reconciliations.
  • Proficiency in quickly learning and applying new accounting software.
  • Exceptional attention to detail with a knack for identifying variances and discrepancies.
  • Knowledge of compliance reporting and proper accounting processes.
  • 2 years of experience in accounting, with exposure to audits as a plus.
  • Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with ERP software are highly desirable.
  • A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field preferred


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.

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

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