Staff Accountant

We are looking for a detail-oriented part-time Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations for a private equity organization in Germantown, Tennessee. This part-time opportunity offers 20 to 30 hours per week and is well suited for someone who can manage routine accounting activities while helping maintain accurate financial records. The role will contribute to monthly close efforts, payables processing, and account reconciliation in a collaborative business environment.Responsibilities:• Prepare and record journal entries to ensure financial transactions are accurately reflected in the general ledger.• Process accounts payable activities, including reviewing invoices and supporting timely payments to vendors.• Perform account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to maintain reliable financial reporting.• Assist with month-end close procedures by organizing schedules, validating balances, and supporting deadline-driven deliverables.• Maintain and update general ledger records in accordance with established accounting standards and internal practices.• Support tax-related accounting tasks, including work connected to corporate tax and sales tax documentation when needed.• Prior experience in a staff accountant or similar accounting role, ideally in a services or investment-related environment that values attention to detail.• Working knowledge of journal entries, general ledger activity, and account reconciliation processes.• Experience handling accounts payable functions with strong attention to accuracy and detail.• Familiarity with month-end close activities and the ability to manage recurring accounting deadlines.• Exposure to corporate tax, sales tax, or corporate tax return support responsibilities.• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work effectively in a part-time capacity of 20 to 30 hours per week.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.