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14 results for Accountant Entry Level in St. Louis, MO

Accounting Clerk
  • Valley Park, Missouri
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 21.85 - 25.3 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to support a busy finance operation in Valley Park, Missouri. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-moving environment, enjoys detailed transactional work, and can stay organized while managing a large volume of activity. The position is fully onsite and offers the chance to contribute to equipment sale processing across multiple branches while partnering with internal and external contacts to keep transactions moving efficiently.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage the end-to-end administrative processing of equipment sales transactions for multiple branch locations, ensuring each deal is completed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Review financial details, perform necessary calculations, and prepare supporting documentation related to warranties, dealer participation, and other transaction components.<br>• Communicate with banks, customers, vendors, and internal departments to resolve issues, confirm required information, and maintain progress on open deals.<br>• Maintain a high level of accuracy when entering, updating, and validating transactional data within accounting records and supporting files.<br>• Prioritize a heavy pipeline of submitted deals and adjust workflow as needed to meet deadlines during peak business periods.<br>• Support billing, invoice handling, and related accounts receivable activities tied to completed transactions and branch operations.<br>• Use Microsoft Excel and other business tools to track deal status, organize documentation, and assist with reporting needs.<br>• Work extended hours, including overtime during year-end and holiday periods, to ensure timely completion of high-volume processing demands.
  • 2026-09-24T00:00:00Z
Accounting Clerk
  • St. Louis, Missouri
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 0 - 0 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Accounting Clerk – </strong></p><p>Our company is currently seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accounting Clerk to join our finance team. This ongoing position offers an opportunity to develop valuable experience in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>·      Process accounts payable and receivable</p><p>·      Reconcile bank statements and invoices</p><p>·      Maintain accurate financial records and documentation</p><p>·      Assist in preparing financial reports and statements</p><p>·      Support payroll and expense processing</p><p>·      Handle data entry and administrative accounting tasks</p><p>·      Collaborate with the accounting team to ensure compliance with company policies</p><p><strong>Why Join Us?</strong></p><p>·      Be part of a supportive and collaborative finance team</p><p>·      Gain exposure to a variety of accounting tasks and responsibilities</p><p>·      Opportunities for growth and advancement within the company</p><p>Ready to take the next step in your accounting career? Apply today online or through our Robert Half app!</p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-09-25T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Clerk
  • Saint Charles, Missouri
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 0 - 0 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Clerk to support a client team in Saint Charles, Missouri. This is a Contract position focused on keeping invoice activity organized, accurate, and moving efficiently through the approval process. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience in accounts payable, strong coding accuracy, and the ability to work closely with project stakeholders to resolve issues and reduce processing delays.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Examine incoming invoices, assign the correct project and department details, and apply accurate general coding before entry.<br>• Route invoices to the appropriate Project Manager for review and follow up to keep approvals moving on schedule.<br>• Investigate invoices returned for revision, update coding based on feedback, and resubmit them promptly for approval.<br>• Help reduce outstanding invoice volume by prioritizing aged items and supporting timely processing efforts.<br>• Enter and maintain invoice records with a high degree of accuracy to support reliable payment workflows.<br>• Partner with Project Managers and related teams to clarify discrepancies, missing information, or approval questions.<br>• Support accounts payable activities such as invoice processing and related check run preparation as needed.
  • 2026-09-25T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Clerk
  • Saint Charles, Missouri
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 19.7885 - 22.913 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support day-to-day financial operations for a Contract position based in Saint Charles, Missouri. This role focuses on accurate invoice handling, timely payment preparation, and consistent support of accounts payable activities. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing high-volume transactional work while maintaining accuracy and compliance.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review incoming invoices, verify supporting details, and assign the correct coding before processing for payment.<br>• Process accounts payable transactions accurately and maintain organized records for completed and pending items.<br>• Prepare and assist with scheduled check runs to ensure vendors are paid within established timelines.<br>• Examine invoice information for discrepancies, resolve routine issues, and follow up as needed to support timely approval.<br>• Maintain accurate documentation related to payments, invoice status, and account activity for audit and reporting purposes.<br>• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to confirm charge allocations and ensure payable entries are recorded correctly.
  • 2026-09-21T00:00:00Z
Sr. Acocuntant
  • St. Louis, Missouri
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 0 - 0 USD / Yearly
  • 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!
  • 2026-09-25T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • St. Louis, Missouri
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 60000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
  • 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.
  • 2026-09-08T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Saint Louis, Missouri
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 32.3 - 37.4 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support accounting operations for a real estate and property organization in Saint Louis, Missouri. This Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage day-to-day financial activities, maintain accurate records, and contribute to timely reporting and tax-related work. The role offers the opportunity to apply strong general ledger knowledge while assisting with journal entries, sales tax activity, and corporate tax responsibilities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and record journal entries to support accurate monthly and periodic financial reporting.<br>• Maintain the general ledger by reviewing transactions, reconciling accounts, and correcting discrepancies when needed.<br>• Assist with corporate tax processes, including gathering documentation and supporting tax return preparation.<br>• Manage sales tax activities by tracking obligations, compiling required data, and helping ensure timely filings.<br>• Review financial information for accuracy and completeness across accounting records and supporting schedules.<br>• Work with internal stakeholders to provide accounting support, respond to inquiries, and resolve reporting issues.<br>• Contribute to month-end and year-end close activities by organizing records and meeting established deadlines.
  • 2026-09-28T00:00:00Z
Accounting Manager
  • St. Louis, Missouri
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 110000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half Finance &amp; Accounting has partnered with an organization in St. Louis seeking a full-time Accounting Manager. The Accounting Manager must possess strong oral and written communication skills along with the ability to work in a team environment and possess good communication skills to manage the accounting department. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Accounting Manager Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>·        Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting</p><p>·        Prepare and analyze financial statements in accordance with company and accounting standards</p><p>·        Manage project accounting and job costing, providing insights into profitability and project performance</p><p>·        Conduct financial and variance analyses to identify trends, risks, and opportunities</p><p>·        Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning to drive strategic decision-making</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Accounting Manager Minimum Qualifications: </strong></p><p>·        Bachelor degree in Accounting or Finance</p><p>·        5+ years of project accounting with job costing and supervisory experience</p><p>·        Intermediate Excel skills, Vista Viewpoint a plus</p><p><br></p><p>This position offers a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits plan. For more information and a confidential discussion, please apply online or contact Ricky Rozycki via LinkedIn.</p>
  • 2026-09-14T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • St. Louis, Missouri
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 39.5865 - 45.837 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a service organization in St. Louis, Missouri on a Long-term Contract basis. In this role, you will provide steady support across core accounting activities while helping strengthen reporting accuracy, close processes, and audit readiness. This opportunity is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented accounting specialist who can work independently, collaborate effectively with cross-functional partners, and contribute to ongoing process improvements.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage daily accounting activities by supporting reconciliations across payables, receivables, cash, and general ledger accounts.<br>• Lead key parts of the month-end cycle, including preparing journal entries, reviewing balances, and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.<br>• Build audit support materials and maintain organized schedules that improve readiness for internal and external review requests.<br>• Assist with invoicing workflows, credit card administration, and other recurring accounting tasks that keep financial operations running smoothly.<br>• Review vendor and customer records for completeness and accuracy, correcting data issues that could affect reporting or transaction processing.<br>• Help reduce outstanding accounting items and strengthen the quality of financial information through careful analysis and follow-up.<br>• Contribute to finance system project activities by supporting data validation, cleanup efforts, and migration-related accounting tasks.<br>• Partner with internal stakeholders to refine the chart of accounts, document procedures, and support testing and readiness efforts tied to process improvements.
  • 2026-09-28T00:00:00Z
Accounts Receivable Clerk
  • St. Louis, Missouri
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 0 - 0 USD / Yearly
  • Accounts Receivable Clerk A growing commercial real estate company has an excellent opportunity for an Accounts Receivable (A/R) detail oriented. In this position, you will enter, post and reconcile batches, research and resolve customer A/R issues, prepare aging report, place billing and collection calls, maintain cash receipts journal, update, and reconcile sub-ledger to G/L. The team is rapidly growing into their new location and needs a self-starter to join the accounting team! You will be processing full-cycle AP, handling 200+ invoices per week, with high attention to detail. If you are looking for a company that offers great career growth potential and an impressive benefits package, this could be a great match for you. You will begin as a contract employee with the opportunity for conversion into a permanent position. Responsibilities ·      Perform a variety of basic accounting tasks in accordance with standard procedures, including general accounting tasks at field sites, accounts payable, accounts receivables, and payroll liaison activities ·      Reconcile bank accounts, posting and balancing financial data in various ledgers ·      Input timesheet data ·      Verify of documents and codes ·      Process payments and compiling segments of monthly closings and annual reports ·      Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization ·      Provides information as requested to shippers, customers, the sales/marketing department and other stake holder ·      Collections: contact existing clients to help resolve payment issues; assist in setting up payment plans Please apply online or through our Robert Half app
  • 2026-09-25T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Specialist
  • Festus, Missouri
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
  • Robert Half Finance &amp; Accounting Contract Talent is currently seeking an experienced AP Specialist to join our client’s team on a temp-to-hire basis.<br><br>Key Responsibilities<br>Process accounts payable transactions accurately and efficiently<br>Review invoices and supporting documentation for accuracy and completeness<br>Assist with maintaining accurate AP records and documentation<br>Follow established accounting and quality-control procedures<br>Support the accounting team with additional AP-related responsibilities as needed<br>Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail in a quality-focused environment<br><br>Qualifications<br>1-3+ years of dedicated accounts payable experience<br>Previous experience working specifically as an AP Specialist is strongly preferred<br>Strong understanding of accounts payable processes and procedures<br>High school diploma required; some college coursework preferred<br>Strong attention to detail and accuracy<br>Positive, helpful attitude with a willingness to work as part of a team<br>Ability to work effectively in a close-knit accounting department<br><br>Additional Details<br>Temp-to-hire opportunity<br>Target start: Immediate<br>Hours: 7:30 AM-4:00 PM, with some flexibility<br>Onsite position<br>Casual business casual dress environment<br>$24-$28/hour upon hire<br><br>If you meet the qualifications and are ready to take the next step, call us at (314) 262-4344 for immediate consideration. We look forward to speaking with qualified candidates!
  • 2026-09-22T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Specialist
  • Edwardsville, Illinois
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 60000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half Finance &amp; Accounting has partnered with an organization in Edwardsville, IL seeking a full-time Accounts Payable Specialist. The Accounts Payable Specialist must possess strong attention to detail, have excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage high-volume invoices. </p><p> </p><p><strong>Accounts Payable Specialist Responsibilities:</strong> </p><p>·      Process vendor invoices by matching invoices to purchase orders </p><p>·      Prepare and process weekly payment runs including checks, ACH payments, and wire transfers</p><p>·      Review and code corporate credit card transactions for accurate expense reporting</p><p>·      Maintain vendor records, including new vendor setup, tax documentation</p><p>·      Reconcile vendor statements and research outstanding balances and payment discrepancies</p><p>·      Respond to vendor and internal inquiries regarding accounts payable matters</p><p>·      Assist with month-end close activities, including AP aging reviews, accruals, and cut-off procedures</p><p> </p><p><strong>Accounts Payable Specialist Minimum Qualifications:</strong> </p><p>·      5+ years of accounts payable experience </p><p>·      Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and expense coding principles</p><p>·      Experience processing high-volume invoices with a high degree of accuracy</p><p>·      ERP system experience required </p><p>·      Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies</p><p>·      Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills</p><p>·      Associate degree in Accounting, Business, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered</p><p> </p><p>This position offers a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package. For more information and a confidential discussion, please apply online or contact Mac Grant via LinkedIn.</p>
  • 2026-09-22T00:00:00Z
Bookkeeper
  • St. Louis, Missouri
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 0 - 0 USD / Yearly
  • Bookkeeper Our company is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join our team on an ongoing basis. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to support essential accounting functions and contribute to a dynamic workplace. Key Responsibilities: Record day-to-day financial transactions and maintain accurate accounting records Reconcile bank statements and credit card accounts Process accounts payable and accounts receivable Prepare invoices, track payments, and manage collections Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures Generate financial reports and summaries Maintain and organize supporting documentation for audits and compliance Collaborate with the accounting and finance team on special projects as needed Why Join Us? Supportive and collaborative team environment Ongoing role with opportunities for detail oriented growth Exposure to a variety of accounting tasks Take the next step in your accounting career—apply today online or through our Robert Half app!
  • 2026-09-18T00:00:00Z
Bookkeeper
  • O'fallon, Missouri
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 55000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half Finance &amp; Accounting has partnered with an organization in O’fallon, MO seeking a full-time Bookkeeper. The Bookkeeper must possess strong organizational skills while working in a small team environment.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Bookkeeper Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>·      Manage credit control, collections, and outstanding accounts</p><p>·      Handle bookkeeping and daily financial administration</p><p>·      Oversee office operations and facilities management</p><p>·      Provide administrative support to leadership and staff</p><p>·      Assist with employee onboarding and HR administration</p><p>·      Ensure compliance with company policies and serve as a liaison with group leadership</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Bookkeeper Minimum Qualifications:</strong></p><p>·      Highly organized with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities</p><p>·      2+ years of experience with Bookkeeping and Office Management</p><p>·      Intermediate Excel skills with QuickBooks experience</p><p><br></p><p>This position offers a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits plan. For more information and a confidential discussion, please apply online or contact Mac Grant via LinkedIn.</p>
  • 2026-08-31T00:00:00Z