Accountant

Global Luxury Goods Company; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Robert Half in Richmond, VA seeks an entry-level Staff Accountant to help ensure accuracy of financial accounting data and support the accounting team. You will collaborate with department heads, assist in preparing and distributing financial statements, and produce monthly close schedules with attention to detail.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Economics, or Finance and 0–2 years of accounting experience, with strong Excel and analytical abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Economics, or Finance (or equivalent).
• 0–2 years of accounting experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel with strong analytical and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with department heads to ensure accuracy of financial reporting.
• Assist in the preparation and distribution of financial statements.
• Produce financial statements and supporting schedules according to the monthly close schedule.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial data across areas.
• Apply analytical and organisational skills to support the accounting team.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Organisational skills

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Economics, or Finance

Job description

Staff Accountant | Robert Half

The Tone:

This is a role at Robert Half. This position is central to ensuring the integrity and precision of financial accounting data across various areas. The Staff Accountant plays a critical part in supporting the accounting team by applying strong analytical and organizational skills. This role is fundamental for the accurate and timely preparation of essential financial information.

The TL;DR

• Role: Early Career
• Mission: This role ensures the timely and accurate preparation of financial accounting data to support the accounting team.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Excel

What You’ll Actually Do

• Collaborate: Work closely with department heads to understand and ensure the accuracy of all financial reporting activity.
• Support: Assist in the preparation and distribution of financial statements.
• Prepare: Produce financial statements and supporting schedules according to the monthly close schedule.
• Ensure: Be responsible for the timely and accurate preparation of financial accounting data in a variety of areas.
• Apply: Utilise analytical and organisational skills to best support the accounting team.

The Must-Haves

• Background: Entry-Level professional with a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Accounting, Economics, or Finance.
• Experience: 0 – 2 years of experience in an accounting role.
• Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Excel, alongside strong analytical and organisational capabilities.