Staff Accountant

We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a growing team in Pendleton, Indiana. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for an accounting specialist who enjoys managing core financial activities, maintaining accurate records, and supporting a smooth close process. The role offers the chance to contribute within a collaborative environment while building experience in a stable organization.Responsibilities:• Record accounting activity through journal entries, accruals, and other necessary adjustments to keep financial data current and accurate.• Contribute to monthly and annual closing cycles by preparing support schedules, reviewing balances, and helping complete deliverables on time.• Perform reconciliations across general ledger accounts, bank activity, and subsidiary records to identify and resolve inconsistencies.• Provide backup support for payables and receivables tasks when needed to help maintain steady daily finance operations.• Organize and maintain accounting files, transaction records, and supporting documentation in accordance with company standards.• Assist with preparing financial reports and reviewing fluctuations in account activity to highlight meaningful variances.• Follow established accounting procedures and internal control expectations to promote accuracy and compliance.• Partner with colleagues across departments to investigate exceptions, correct errors, and clarify financial information.• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.• At least five years of accounting experience in a staff accountant or comparable role.• Solid working knowledge of general ledger activity, reconciliations, and month-end close responsibilities.• Experience using enterprise accounting or ERP platforms such as NetSuite, Oracle, or similar systems.• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including the ability to work with tools such as PivotTables and lookup functions.• High level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail in handling financial information.• Ability to manage priorities independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.• Familiarity with corporate tax, sales tax, corporate tax return work, journal entries, and general ledger processes is preferred.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 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 and Privacy Notice.