Description We are offering a short term contract employment opportunity for a Staff Accountant in Wood Ridge, New Jersey. This role will be focused primarily on managing accounts payable, general ledger operations, and cash management within the industry. As a Staff Accountant, you will be expected to accurately process payments, maintain financial records, and conduct reconciliations. Responsibilities: • Oversee the recording of invoices and ensure the timely execution of payments for assigned vendors, including prepaid freight, per diem, petty cash, and expense reimbursements. • Manage the approval process for payment batches and assist with queries escalated to the Financial Accounting Manager. • Conduct regular reconciliations for assigned non-trade vendors and prepare accruals for utilities and contractual payments. • Oversee daily cash flow management and inter-bank wire transfers, and monitor line of credit balances, intercompany payments, and excess cash investments. • Maintain Credit Card Expense records and track submissions of reports for timely accounting entries. • Conduct reconciliations and analyses of assigned general ledger accounts and prepare monthly analysis of major expense accounts. • Maintain leases in compliance with the applicable GAAP and IFRS standards, and prepare and book monthly standard journals extracted from Lease Query to SAP. • File and archive accounting records and supporting documentation, and complete other duties as assigned by the supervisor. • Analyze accounting and financial data to prepare accurate reports and perform accounting computations with high accuracy. • Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness in quality management and prioritize and plan work activities effectively. Requirements • Proficient in Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) • Experience with Bank Reconciliations • Familiarity with General Ledger management • Ability to prepare and record Journal Entries • Skilled in Month End Close procedures • Knowledge of NetSuite software • Experience with Oracle software • Proficiency in using QuickBooks • Familiarity with SAP software 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) .