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Staff Accountant

Job in San Mateo, San Mateo County, California, 94497, USA
Listing for: Robert Half
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-01
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Financial Reporting, Accounting Manager, Accounting & Finance, Tax Accountant
  • Finance & Banking
    Financial Reporting, Accounting Manager, Accounting & Finance, Tax Accountant
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Description

Staff Accountant (Full-Time, Hybrid)

Robert Half - Loan Staff Practice

Employment Type:

Full-Time, Salaried (Permanent Robert Half Employee)

Work Model:
Hybrid (on-site and remote, based on client needs)

Robert Half is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our Loan Staff Practice, where professionals are permanent employees of Robert Half and are dedicated to supporting long-term client engagements. This role is ideal for accounting professionals who enjoy the consulting lifestyle, value variety in their work, and want the stability of full-time employment while gaining exposure to diverse industries and accounting environments.

As a Staff Accountant, you will support client accounting teams with core accounting functions, contribute to month-end close processes, and ensure accurate financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

+ Assist with month-end and year-end close, including journal entries, reconciliations, and accruals

+ Prepare and maintain general ledger accounts

+ Perform account reconciliations and investigate variances

+ Support financial reporting and analysis

+ Assist with audits by preparing schedules and supporting documentation

+ Collaborate with client accounting, finance, and operations teams

+ Adapt quickly to new systems, processes, and client environments

+ Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiencies

Requirements

Required Qualifications

+ 1-3+ years of accounting experience

+ Working knowledge of general ledger accounting and month-end close

+

Experience with ERP or accounting systems (e.g., Net Suite, Oracle, SAP, Workday, Great Plains, Quick Books)

+ Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

+ Solid Excel skills (formulas, pivot tables a plus)

+ Professional communication skills and a client-service mindset

Preferred Qualifications

+ Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

+ Experience supporting multiple clients or working in a consulting environment

+ Exposure to audits or public accounting

Why Join Robert Half Loan Staff

+ Full-time, salaried employment with uncapped bonus potential

+ Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and more

+ Hybrid work flexibility based on client needs

+ Exposure to a variety of clients and industries

+ Continuing education with free online courses to strengthen skills and earn CPE credits

+ Ongoing career development, training, and support

+ Opportunity to grow your accounting career while enjoying the stability of permanent employment

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 ()  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 including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company's 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays.

The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) received varies based on years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year. Learn more at

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