We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a food sales brokerage company in Saint Louis, Missouri on a Contract basis. This position is fully onsite and offers a hands-on opportunity to support a small, collaborative business with a broad mix of accounting, payroll, benefits, and administrative responsibilities. The role works closely with executive leadership and is ideal for someone who is practical, adaptable, and comfortable operating independently in a fast-moving environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead day-to-day accounting activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger maintenance, journal entries, and account reconciliations.<br>• Oversee the monthly close process by preparing bank reconciliations, reviewing financial activity, and ensuring accurate period-end reporting.<br>• Produce financial statements, cash flow updates, budget tracking, and forecast reports to support leadership decision-making.<br>• Manage commission calculations and related reporting with a high level of accuracy and timely follow-through.<br>• Partner with outside firms and service providers for tax matters, banking activity, audit support, and other financial needs.<br>• Administer employee-related processes such as benefits coordination, insurance records, payroll support, and maintenance of HR documentation.<br>• Assist with employee onboarding and offboarding activities while helping ensure payroll and personnel records remain current.<br>• Deliver financial analysis and business insights to leadership while supporting additional operational or administrative needs as they arise.
Senior Accountant Our company is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our finance team on an ongoing basis. If you excel at financial analysis, reconciliations, and leading accounting processes, we encourage you to apply for this key role. Key Responsibilities: Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements Ensure compliance with GAAP and company policies Analyze financial data and assist with budgeting and forecasting Support audits and liaise with external auditors as needed Mentor entry level accounting staff and support training efforts Continuously improve accounting processes for accuracy and efficiency Why Join Us? Work with a collaborative and experienced finance team Opportunity for detail oriented growth and advancement Competitive compensation and benefits A dynamic work environment where your expertise is valued Strengthen our team with your expertise—apply today online or through our Robert Half app!
Robert Half Talent Solutions is seeking a Staff Accountant for an established client in the St. Louis area.<br><br>Staff Accountant responsibilities:<br>• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual general ledger account reconciliations. <br>• Prepare monthly journal entries.<br>• Assist with the analysis of accounts receivable balances.<br>• Assist with annual audit activities including the preparation of audit schedules.<br>• Assist with annual budget preparation and monthly variance analysis. <br>• Participate in continuous improvement and other special projects.<br>• Assist in the preparation of annual tax returns.<br>• Perform other duties as assigned.<br><br>Minimum Staff Accountant qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree, 2+ years general accounting experience, MS Excel Pivot and VLOOKUP. Our client offers a HYBRID working environment, an excellent benefit package and competitive salary depending on experience. For immediate consideration, please apply online to this role; you may also contact Craig Lavelle via LinkedIn or via phone at 314-279-7382.