Staff AccountantRobert Half

Description We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join an entertainment-focused organization in Utah. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is ideal for an accounting specialist who can lead accounts receivable activities, support day-to-day accounting operations, and work confidently with high-volume financial data. The role requires strong Excel skills, solid general ledger knowledge, and prior exposure to manufacturing-related accounting environments.

Responsibilities:

Oversee the full accounts receivable function, including invoicing, payment application, follow-up on outstanding balances, and ongoing monitoring of aging reports.

Prepare and record journal entries while maintaining accurate financial records that support monthly accounting activities.

Reconcile customer accounts and balance sheet accounts to ensure completeness, accuracy, and timely resolution of discrepancies.

Support general ledger maintenance by reviewing transactions, validating supporting documentation, and helping keep financial data organized.

Use Excel tools such as formulas, lookup functions, and pivot tables to analyze account activity and produce meaningful reporting.

Partner with internal teams to resolve billing issues, improve collections performance, and maintain reliable cash flow visibility.

Work within QuickBooks and Fishbowl to process accounting transactions and manage receivable-related records.

Contribute to accounting processes tied to a manufacturing environment, including coordination with operational teams when financial details affect customer accounts. Requirements At least 2 years of accounting experience, with meaningful exposure to accounts receivable responsibilities.

Demonstrated ability to manage aging accounts, account reconciliations, and general ledger-related tasks.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, VLOOKUP, and pivot tables.

Experience preparing journal entries and maintaining accurate accounting documentation.

Familiarity with QuickBooks and the ability to learn or use Fishbowl in a business setting.

Understanding of accounting practices within a manufacturing company or manufacturing cost accounting environment.

Strong attention to detail, organization, and follow-through when handling financial data and collections activity.

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