Entry Level Accountant
Robert Half
About the Role
- Staff Accountant position in a growing team within a stable company.
Key Responsibilities
- Work closely with the department head to understand and ensure accuracy of all Accounts Payable and financial reporting activity.
- Assist in preparation and distribution of financial statements.
- Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules according to the monthly close schedule.
- Handle transactional financial data with accuracy.
- Provide general ledger support.
- Perform bank reconciliations.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in accounting.
- Up to 2 years of accounting experience, including internships or entry-level exposure.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including functions such as lookups, pivot tables, and spreadsheet-based reconciliation work.
- Familiarity with accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and general ledger support.
- Working knowledge of accounting principles under GAAP.
Qualifications
- Analytical and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage deadlines during monthly close and other reporting cycles.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with finance and operations teams.
- Sound problem-solving ability.
- Detail-oriented approach to handling sensitive financial information.
- Oil and gas experience is helpful but not required.