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Posted August 22, 2026

Staff Accountant

Robert Half
Philadelphia, PA, US Full Time
27USD - 30USD per hour

Job Description

Job Description

Robert Half is looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support accounting operations for a higher education organization based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This long-term Contract Staff Accountant position offers the opportunity to contribute to core financial processes, maintain accurate records, and support timely reporting in a collaborative environment. The ideal Staff Accountant candidate will bring strong experience in payables, reconciliations, and general ledger activity while partnering effectively with internal teams and external vendors. Click the apply button today and check out this career growing opportunity. If you have any questions, please contact Robert Half at 215 568-4580 and mention job reference #03720-0013489690.


As a Staff Account Your Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Manage a large volume of invoices, vendor disbursements, and employee expense submissions with a strong focus on accuracy and deadlines.


• Review vendor account activity, perform statement reconciliations, and address billing or payment discrepancies in a timely manner.


• Support monthly close procedures by preparing reconciliations, assisting with ledger balancing, and contributing to financial reporting activities.


• Record and post journal entries to maintain accurate general ledger balances and support overall accounting integrity.


• Work closely with departments across the organization and with outside vendors to ensure transactions align with established financial policies and procedures.


• Assist with tax-related accounting tasks, including support for corporate tax, sales tax, and related compliance documentation where needed.

The Ideal Staff Accountant will meet the following requirements:

• Prior experience in a Staff Accountant or similar accounting role handling accounts payable and reconciliation activities.


• Working knowledge of general ledger accounting, journal entries, and month-end close processes.


• Experience supporting corporate tax, sales tax, or corporate tax return activities.


• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage high-volume transactional work accurately.


• Effective communication skills for coordinating with internal stakeholders and external vendors.


• Proficiency with accounting systems and spreadsheet tools used for reporting, reconciliation, and transaction review.


Click the apply button today and check out this career growing opportunity. If you have any questions, please contact Robert Half at 215 568-4580 and mention job reference #03720-0013489690.


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