Description We are offering a contract to permanent employment opportunity for a Staff Accountant in a non-profit organization located in Smithfield, North Carolina. The primary role of the Staff Accountant will be to provide support to the finance operations of the organization through the application of basic fund accounting principles, bookkeeping, and administrative procedures. Responsibilities: • Ensure efficient and accurate processing of accounting and financial documents • Utilize automated accounting systems for maintaining ledgers, registers, statements, vouchers, and other fiscal documents • Coordinate and manage complete cycle of finance programs which includes reconciling accounts and statements, and entering accounting data • Review, analyze, and compile financial data into reports, including but not limited to sales tax reports and payroll tax reports • Assist in the development and management of program and grant budgets • Provide backup support for various positions within the organization as needed • Support the Finance Director with account and asset maintenance, budgeting, and financial record keeping • Analyze and reconcile balance sheet, trial balance, and revenue to expense reports to the general ledger for accuracy, correct errors and update accounts as necessary • Prepare and post budget revisions, assist with annual audits, and coordinate special projects as needed • Prepare and process journal entries and perform other duties as assigned by management. Requirements • Applicant must have a comprehensive understanding of Accounts Payable (AP) • Proficiency in managing Accounts Receivable (AR) is required • Must be capable of performing Bank Reconciliations with accuracy and efficiency • Familiarity with General Ledger management is a must • Ability to prepare and manage Journal Entries is essential • Experience with Month End Close processes is required 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) .