Robert Half is looking for an experienced, organized individual to take on the long-term contract / temporary role of Staff Accountant at a growing, dynamic company. The Staff Accountant is responsible for preparing monthly and year-end closings, journal entries, fixed asset maintenance, bank reconciliation, and general ledger reconciliation. You will have responsibility for many aspects of internal reporting during the monthly close. In addition, you will support the development and implementation of accounting policies. In addition, you will take part in compliance, communicate with our external auditors for quarterly reviews and annual audits, and review schedules for the reporting processes. This very involved position works to produce Cash Flow projections, Budgets, and Financial Statements. This company offers a challenging and multi-faceted opportunity where effort is rewarded and the role is based in the Stony Brook, New York region.What you get to do every day- Conduct month end close, journal entries, without supervision- Ad-hoc reporting and special projects, as needed- Support implementation, maintenance and adherence to internal controls and accounting procedures ensuring compliance with GAAP- Support fixed asset ledger, depreciation, and reconciliation- Participate in the month end, quarter end and year end closing process including monthly financial close workbook preparation- Organize capital lease and monthly payment schedules- Participate in various department-wide initiatives- Oversee the creation of monthly balance sheet and income statement analyses for reporting to management- Maintain intricate journal entries and account reconciliations including but not limited to cash, prepaid expenses and payroll- Offer descriptions of a large number of financial data and communicate insights in a useful and understandable manner