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Senior Accountant

United States, Palo Alto · Job Posted March 13, 2026
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Robert Half is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our Loan Staff Practice. As a full-time employee of Robert Half, you’ll work as a consultant providing high-level accounting support to a dedicated client base. This role offers the stability of full-time employment with the variety of consulting assignments. You’ll support clients with advanced accounting responsibilities, assist with financial reporting and close processes, and help strengthen accounting operations across multiple industries.

Job Responsibility

  • Lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting
  • Prepare and review complex journal entries, including accruals, deferrals, and reclassifications
  • Perform and review balance sheet and bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
  • Maintain and analyze general ledger activity to ensure accuracy and compliance with GAAP
  • Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules for management review
  • Analyze financial results and variances, providing insights and recommendations
  • Support internal and external audit requests, including preparation of audit schedules and documentation
  • Assist with implementing and improving accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial data and reporting
  • Support special projects, system implementations, and process improvement initiatives

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • 4–7+ years of progressive accounting experience (public or private)
  • Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting principles
  • Experience with month-end close and balance sheet reconciliations
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (PivotTables, XLOOKUP, data analysis)
  • Experience with ERP or accounting systems (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Dynamics, QuickBooks, etc.)
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Nice to have

  • CPA or CPA eligibility
  • Public accounting experience
  • Experience working with multiple clients or industries
  • Knowledge of SOX compliance and internal controls
  • Experience with financial analysis or process improvement initiatives

What we offer

  • Full-time employee with competitive pay and benefits
  • Career development, training, and long-term growth opportunities
  • 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
  • A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year
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