Demo

Staff Accountant

Robert Half
Lowell, MA Temporary
POSTED ON 9/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/16/2028
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Lowell, Massachusetts. In this long-term contract role, you will play a key part in managing essential accounting functions, ensuring financial accuracy, and supporting month-end close processes. This opportunity is ideal for professionals with a strong background in journal entries, reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance.

Responsibilities:
• Prepare and post journal entries to ensure accurate financial records.
• Manage general ledger accounts and perform regular reconciliations.
• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, ensuring timely and accurate transactions.
• Support month-end close activities, including preparing financial reports and schedules.
• Conduct account analyses to resolve discrepancies and maintain data integrity.
• Collaborate with internal teams to streamline accounting workflows and improve efficiency.
• Assist in audits by providing necessary documentation and supporting schedules.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
• Monitor financial transactions to identify and address any inconsistencies.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounting or a related field.
• Proficiency in journal entries, general ledger management, and reconciliations.
• Solid understanding of accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
• Experience with month-end close procedures and financial reporting.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with accounting software and tools.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

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 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.



© 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use.

Salary : $31 - $37

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Staff Accountant?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Staff Accountant career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$68,734 - $85,597
Income Estimation: 
$67,182 - $95,497
Income Estimation: 
$85,464 - $107,127
Income Estimation: 
$125,305 - $173,168
Income Estimation: 
$68,734 - $85,597
Income Estimation: 
$67,182 - $95,497
Income Estimation: 
$85,464 - $107,127
Income Estimation: 
$125,305 - $173,168

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs with skills like those required for the Staff Accountant.

Click the checkbox next to the jobs that you are interested in.

  • Account Reconciliation Skill

    • Income Estimation: $57,949 - $80,705
    • Income Estimation: $57,050 - $69,714
  • Accounts Payable Skill

    • Income Estimation: $43,358 - $53,041
    • Income Estimation: $46,363 - $57,240
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Robert Half

  • Robert Half Danvers, MA
  • We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to join our team on a contract basis in Marblehead, Massachusetts. This role focuses on overseeing key... more
  • 9 Days Ago

  • Robert Half Omaha, NE
  • Are you ready to play a crucial role in safeguarding financial systems and fighting fraud in real time? As a Fraud Analyst , you’ll be on the front lines, ... more
  • 10 Days Ago

  • Robert Half Jackson, MS
  • We are looking for an experienced Financial Reporting Manager to join our team in Jackson, Mississippi. In this role, you will oversee financial reporting ... more
  • 10 Days Ago

  • Robert Half Lenexa, KS
  • We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to join our team in Lenexa, Kansas. This is a Long-term Contract position ideal for someone with a str... more
  • 10 Days Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Staff Accountant jobs in the Lowell, MA area that may be a better fit.

  • Walden Local Meat Co. Tewksbury, MA
  • Location : Tewksbury, MA (hybrid schedule) Type: Full-Time Reports to: Controller Compensation: $75,000–$80,000 base benefits (see below) About Walden Wald... more
  • 9 Days Ago

  • Ledgent Ayer, MA
  • We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a growing construction and service-based organization. This role will support day-t... more
  • Just Posted

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!