Description We are offering a contract to hire employment opportunity for a Staff Accountant, based in Little Rock, Arkansas. This role is crucial within our team, as it involves the upkeep, analysis, interpretation, and management of financial accounting data. The Staff Accountant will be expected to conduct a variety of tasks including the preparation and posting of various journals, ledgers, and accounts, analysis of financial data, and preparation of financial statements and expenditure reports. Responsibilities: • Analyze fiscal transactions to ensure they comply with accepted accounting procedures and practices. • Oversee and analyze expenditures to assess their impact on capital and operating budget. • Guide, train, supervise, and evaluate sub-professional accounting, clerical, and other staff as assigned in accomplishment of varied accounting related duties. • Participate in the development of new accounting techniques and in the design and implementation of accounting subsystems. • Prepare and monitor agency/institution budget; monitor and forecast revenues and expenditures. • Review, analyze, and present financial data, including revenue projections and expenditure reports to determine funding requirements. • Maintain various ledgers, journals, registers, and other fiscal records; allocate revenues to appropriate functions; classify expenditures and post to various accounts as required. • Review and process expense vouchers, invoices, and other fiscal documents for payment; reconcile various financial reports and other data concerning fiscal operations. • Develop and maintain manual or computerized accounting systems. • Assist in gathering and reviewing data for preparation of budget work programs. Requirements • Proven experience in the role of a Staff Accountant or similar • Ability to prepare an annual budget and manage budget allocations • Proficiency in account reconciliation and maintaining accurate financial records • Experience in preparing Financial Statements and business reports • Excellent knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures • Proficiency with accounting software and advanced MS Excel skills • Strong numerical skills with attention to detail • Ability to work independently and as part of a team • Excellent time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills • High level of professionalism and ethics • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or relevant field • Professional certification (e.g. CPA) is 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. © 2024 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) .