Description We are in search of a proficient Staff Accountant to be a part of our team based in Howell, New Jersey. As a Staff Accountant, your primary role will be to keep our accounting records up-to-date and accurate, engage in budget analysis and expense report creation, handle tax-related tasks, and participate in month-end and year-end closures. Responsibilities: • Manage and update accounting records and files to ensure accuracy • Conduct comprehensive analysis of budgets and generate detailed expense reports • Handle tax-related tasks including studying tax policies, managing tax payments and returns • Engage with clients to discuss and resolve confidential accounting issues • Implement transactions and categorize records in the general ledger (e.g. by assets, liabilities, and expenses) • Reconcile the general ledger and bank statements to ensure financial transparency • Facilitate discussions about transactions with both internal and external stakeholders • Participate in month-end and year-end closures to ensure timely financial reporting • Prepare necessary documents for audits to ensure compliance • Provide financial advice to clients via email or phone to address their concerns • Implement new accounting policies and ensure compliance with all applicable rules and regulations • Collaborate with the Accounting Manager to enhance financial processes and operations. Requirements • Possess a minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar role within an accounting firm • Demonstrate proficiency in performing bank reconciliations • Have a solid understanding of the general ledger process • Exhibit experience in preparing and posting journal entries • Possess experience with month end close procedures • Proficient in using QuickBooks accounting 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) .