Description Our organization, based in the education sector and situated in Jacksonville, Florida, is seeking a Staff Accountant to become a permanent member of our team. The Staff Accountant will play a crucial role in ensuring the precise and efficient processing of financial transactions, maintaining financial security, and contributing to team efforts. Responsibilities: • Oversee the process of customer credit applications with precision and efficiency. • Maintain financial security by adhering to internal controls. • Aid with annual audits, contributing to the validation of financial transactions. • Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local financial legal requirements, keeping abreast of new legislation and advising management accordingly. • Compile special financial reports by gathering, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends. • Preserve confidentiality and trust by protecting financial information. • Contribute to team efforts and results, delivering excellent customer service. • Stay updated in a detail-oriented manner by attending educational workshops, reviewing publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in societies. • Answer accounting procedure queries by researching and interpreting accounting policies and regulations. • Prepare payments, ensuring all documentation is verified before requesting disbursements. Requirements • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field. • Proficiency in Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR). • Experience with Bank Reconciliations. • Thorough understanding of General Ledger management. • Ability to prepare and analyze Journal Entries. • Experience with Month End Close procedures. • Familiarity with the Ellucian Banner software system. • Proven skills in Account Reconciliation. • Capability to create Ad Hoc Reporting. • Experience in preparing and understanding Aging Reports. • Minimum of two years of experience in a similar role in the education sector. • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel. • Ability to work both independently and within a team. • Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks simultaneously. • Strong ethical standards and high levels of integrity. 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 (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-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 (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .