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Intermediate Accountant

Robert Half
Salem, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/10/2025 CLOSED ON 1/9/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intermediate Accountant position at Robert Half?

We are looking for a skilled Intermediate Accountant to join our team in Salem, Virginia. In this role, you will play a vital part in managing financial processes, ensuring accuracy in accounting records, and supporting the company's financial operations. If you have a strong background in accounting and enjoy working in a dynamic environment, this position could be an excellent fit for you.

Responsibilities:
• Prepare and record accurate journal entries to maintain up-to-date financial records.
• Perform detailed reconciliations for accounts and bank statements to ensure consistency and accuracy.
• Manage and oversee the general ledger to maintain organized and compliant financial data.
• Process and monitor accounts payable transactions, ensuring timely and accurate payments.
• Compile and analyze financial reports to support decision-making and provide insights.
• Assist with ad hoc financial reporting tasks to meet evolving business needs.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies in all financial activities.
• Collaborate with internal teams to address accounting discrepancies and identify process improvements.
• Support month-end and year-end closing procedures, ensuring timely completion.
• Maintain thorough documentation of accounting practices and transactions for audit purposes.
• Proven experience with journal entry preparation and management.
• Strong knowledge of general ledger operations and maintenance.
• Expertise in account reconciliations, including bank reconciliations.
• Familiarity with accounts payable processes and procedures.
• Ability to analyze and prepare financial reports with accuracy.
• Proficiency in accounting software and tools.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with team members.

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.



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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 roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.



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