<p>Robert Half is looking for an experienced Staff Accountant to fill a long-term contract position at a growing company. As a Staff Accountant, you will prepare journal entries, monthly and year-end closings, bank reconciliation, and general ledger reconciliation. You will participate in compliance including quarterly reviews and annual audits, and review schedules for the reporting processes. This Chattanooga, Tennessee based company is offering an opportunity that is multi-faceted and challenging in nature. It's a thriving environment where effort is rewarded.</p><p> </p><p>Key responsibilities</p><p>- Assist in implementation, maintenance and adherence to internal controls and accounting procedures ensuring compliance with GAAP</p><p>- Be a part of various initiatives spanning multiple departments</p><p>- Assist in monthly financial close workbook preparation, including annual closing process</p><p>- Prepare monthly balance sheet and income statement analyses for management reporting</p><p>- Analyze and coordinate a variety of financial data, and report it in a useful and understandable manner</p><p>- Carry out month end close, journal entries, without supervision</p><p>- Ad-hoc reporting and special projects, as needed</p><p>- Maintain intricate journal entries and account reconciliations including but not limited to cash, prepaid expenses and payroll</p>