Staff Accountant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a growing team in South Carolina. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing accounting accuracy with responsive client support in a fast-paced environment. The role offers the chance to contribute across core accounting functions, including general ledger activity, tax-related work, payroll support, and day-to-day financial record maintenance.Responsibilities:• Maintain accurate financial records by preparing journal entries, updating account activity, and supporting general ledger reconciliation.• Assist with corporate and sales tax processes, including gathering documentation and helping prepare required filings.• Support payroll-related tasks by reviewing data for accuracy and helping ensure timely processing.• Perform data entry across accounting records with a strong focus on completeness, organization, and precision.• Respond to client and customer inquiries professionally, providing helpful support related to account and financial information.• Work with QuickBooks for selected clients to record transactions and keep books current.• Help organize financial documentation for reporting, compliance, and internal review purposes.• Experience in staff accounting or a similar accounting support role.• Working knowledge of journal entries, account reconciliation, and general ledger activities.• Familiarity with corporate tax returns and sales tax support responsibilities.• Understanding of payroll fundamentals and related accounting impact.• Strong data entry accuracy and attention to detail.• Customer service skills with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally.• Experience using QuickBooks is helpful for client-related accounting work.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.