What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bookkeeper position at Robert Half?
Salary: $21.00 to $25.00 hourly
Description
We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join our team in Warwick, Rhode Island. This long-term contract position requires a candidate with a strong background in bookkeeping, bank reconciliations, and advanced technology skills to support various financial operations. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the finance team with essential tasks.
Responsibilities
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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
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Description
We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join our team in Warwick, Rhode Island. This long-term contract position requires a candidate with a strong background in bookkeeping, bank reconciliations, and advanced technology skills to support various financial operations. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the finance team with essential tasks.
Responsibilities
- Record and post business transactions to the general ledger based on receipts, invoices, and other financial documents.
- Process checks for expenses, loss adjustments, underwriting refunds, and monthly commission payments.
- Reconcile daily cash activity and prepare monthly bank account reconciliations.
- Scan and log daily cash deposits for secure transmission to the bank.
- Create and post daily and monthly journal entries into the general ledger.
- Manage updates for direct bill commission payments and prepare agent files for monthly disbursements.
- Perform daily imports and exports for the positive pay process using bank systems.
- Reconcile and maintain the company's petty cash fund.
- Conduct research to support other departments with inquiries related to checks and payables.
- Assist the finance team with clerical tasks such as filing, indexing, and mailing financial documents.
- Proven experience in bookkeeping with a focus on bank reconciliations and financial record-keeping.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other relevant software tools.
- Knowledge of accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) processes.
- Strong data entry skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Familiarity with month-end close procedures and general ledger management.
- Ability to work independently while managing multiple tasks efficiently.
- Experience with Sapiens software or similar financial systems is preferred.
- Strong technical aptitude to adapt to various financial tools and platforms.
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.
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
© 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to
Salary : $21 - $25
