Description Our client in the education space is looking for a contract to hire Senior Accountant. This role will be 100% onsite and work directly the Accounting Manager and Controller. Responsibilities • Conduct reconciliation activities for general and subsidiary ledger accounts • Ensure the accurate maintenance and control of financial records, including general ledgers, in our database • Manage the Month End Close Process, including reviewing, monitoring, and approving transactions • Process interdepartmental transactions and journals across the organization, responding to related inquiries, and initiating budget transfers as needed • Prepare internal and external reports in a timely manner, and be responsible for monthly reconciliation and financial reports • Respond to audit requests from external and internal sources, close out grants, and assist with year-end financial reporting • Act as a liaison with independent, federal, state, and internal auditors, as well as other external contacts when needed • Conduct research analyses and carry out special projects as assigned. Requirements + Must have 5-7 years of experience working as a staff accountant or senior accountant + Experience with Bank Reconciliations is essential. + General Ledger experience is required + Experience in recording and auditing journal entries + Yeas of experience with month end closes processes and familiarity is required + Experience in Banner software is a plus + Ability to work on a team as well as independently Please apply today if you are interested. 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 including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company’s 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays. The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) received varies based on years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources. © 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) .