Staff Accountant

at  Robert Half

We are offering a long-term contract employment opportunity for a Staff Accountant in Tucson, Arizona. The chosen candidate will join our team to assist in various accounting duties, focusing on reconciliations, grant funding, and addressing federal funding for pandemic response.

• Manage and conduct regular bank reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy
• Assist in handling and reconciling Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR)
• Actively participate in the month-end close procedures, including the preparation of journal entries
• Facilitate and manage government grant funding processes
• Assist in the reconciliation of ARPA and LATCH, which are federal funding initiatives for pandemic response
• Maintain and update financial records in various accounting systems such as NetSuite, Oracle, QuickBooks, and SAP
• Provide support in managing the General Ledger
• Collaborate with the team to complete special projects as required.

This role is ideal for individuals with proficiency in various accounting software and a keen eye for detail.

• Must hold a minimum of 2 years of experience in accounting or a related field
• Proficient in Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR)
• Experience with Bank Reconciliations is required
• Knowledge of the General Ledger and Journal Entries is a must
• Capable of handling Month End Close operations
• A degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is desirable
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Familiarity with local, state, and federal tax regulations
• Comfortable with maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information.

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