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9 results for Senior Cost Accountant in St. Louis, MO

Sr. Accountant
  • St. Louis, MO
  • 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!
  • 2026-11-06T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Clayton, MO
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 0 - 0 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a corporate accounting team in Clayton, Missouri on a Contract basis. This interim opportunity is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented accountant who can step in quickly, support critical close activities, and help maintain consistency across daily accounting operations. The role offers a hybrid schedule after initial onsite training and is expected to continue for approximately 2-3+ months while the organization completes its permanent hiring process.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage core corporate accounting activities that support accurate and timely financial reporting.<br>• Contribute to the month-end close process by preparing entries, reviewing balances, and helping meet established close deadlines.<br>• Record and post journal entries with a strong focus on accuracy, completeness, and proper supporting documentation.<br>• Prepare, update, and maintain accounting workpapers to support reconciliations, close tasks, and audit readiness.<br>• Perform account and bank reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding items efficiently.<br>• Provide support for accrual accounting and lease-related accounting processes as part of routine close responsibilities.<br>• Administer expense reporting workflows through Chrome River and assist with related accounting follow-up as needed.<br>• Assist with general ledger activities and provide broader accounting support across the team based on business priorities.<br>• Support process efficiency efforts tied to close improvement, automation, and technology-enabled accounting workflows where applicable.
  • 2026-11-06T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Bridgeton, MO
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 80000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
  • Robert Half Talent Solutions is partnering with an organization searching for a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of accrual accounting, and experience supporting annual audit processes. <br><br>Reporting to the Controller, the Senior Accountant will: <br>• Reconcile bank accounts, prepare and post journal entries, and complete general ledger account reconciliations.<br>• Perform variance analysis on income and expense accounts for reasonableness.<br>• Assist in preparing and reviewing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.<br>• Support internal and external audits by creating schedules, reports, and documentation.<br>• Strengthen internal control systems and ensure compliance with accounting policies.<br>• Prepare future revenue estimates.<br>• Perform other duties as assigned.<br><br>Desired Senior Accountant qualifications: <br>• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or business <br>• 3+ years of full cycle accounting experience and strong knowledge of GAAP accounting<br>• Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems <br>• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.<br>• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and data modeling.<br>• Experience with PowerBI or AI Automation is a plus. <br>• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively work with all levels of the organization.<br><br>Our client offers a competitive benefits package and base salary to $90k. For immediate consideration, please apply online to this role; you may also contact Craig Lavelle via LinkedIn or via phone at 314-279-7382.
  • 2026-10-12T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • St. Louis, MO
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 0 - 0 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Staff Accountant</strong></p><p>Our company is seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our finance team on an ongoing basis. This position provides the opportunity to contribute to essential accounting functions and work in a dynamic, collaborative environment.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and post journal entries and account reconciliations</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Support preparation of financial statements and internal reports</li><li>Maintain general ledger and ensure accuracy of financial data</li><li>Assist with audits, tax filings, and compliance reporting</li><li>Perform variance analysis and research account discrepancies</li><li>Support other finance and accounting tasks as required</li></ul><p><strong>Why Join Us?</strong></p><ul><li>Collaborative and supportive team environment</li><li>Exposure to a wide variety of accounting responsibilities</li><li>Ongoing role with opportunities for advancement</li></ul><p>Take the next step in your accounting career—apply today online or through or Robert Half app!</p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-11-06T00:00:00Z
Accounting Manager
  • St. Louis, MO
  • 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>
  • 2026-10-29T00:00:00Z
Accounting Clerk
  • St. Louis, MO
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 0 - 0 USD / Yearly
  • Accounting Clerk A well respected, growing service organization is looking to permanent an Accounting Clerk. In this role, you will be responsible for matching invoices to purchase orders and/or vouchers, data entry and assisting in the process of Accounts Payable (A/P) and Accounts Receivable (A/R). This dynamic team environment offers you a great work space/office, excellent benefits and great career advancement opportunity. This position reports to the Accounting Manager. Responsibilities ·      Support accounts payable: vendor invoices and disbursement filing, A/P invoice matching &amp; filing ·      Support Accounts Receivable: process daily invoices/credit, apply cash receipt, help with collection of past due balance ·      General accounting and administration support: help with G/L account reconciliation and month-end closing, other ad hoc projects ·      Correct transaction documents, which may require revision of other documents or entries as well as the original; may initiate other actions ·      Code documents that require knowledge in determining proper classification of expenditure codes and accounting codes. ·      Prepare statements and reports that require utilization of a variety of sources ·      Post financial information to journals, registers, and ledgers, manually or by electronic equipment ·      Reconcile discrepancies by checking all possible sources of disagreement, reconstructing probable actions, and recognizing the effect on other accounts; prepare correction documents as required ·      Assist in budgetary control by monitoring budgets and originating or verifying adjustments and transfers ·      Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned Please apply online or through our Robert Half app
  • 2026-11-06T00:00:00Z
Accounting Clerk
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to support day-to-day financial operations for a transport organization in Saint Louis, Missouri. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, comfortable handling a high volume of transactions, and confident working across both payables and receivables activities. The role requires strong accuracy, dependable follow-through, and the ability to manage accounting records efficiently in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process incoming vendor invoices, review details for accuracy, and prepare payments in accordance with established timelines.<br>• Maintain customer billing and cash application activities by recording incoming payments and following up on outstanding balances when needed.<br>• Enter financial data into accounting systems with a high degree of precision to support accurate recordkeeping and reporting.<br>• Use QuickBooks to update account information, track transactions, and assist with routine account reconciliation tasks.<br>• Verify supporting documentation, resolve discrepancies, and communicate with internal contacts or external partners to clarify payment or billing issues.<br>• Organize and maintain accounting files, transaction records, and related documentation to support audit readiness and operational efficiency.<br>• Assist with invoice processing workflows and help ensure transactions are completed in alignment with company procedures.<br>• Provide general accounting support for daily clerical and administrative finance activities as assigned.
  • 2026-11-05T00:00:00Z
Accounting Clerk
  • St. Louis, MO
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 52000 - 64000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Our client is seeking an Accounting Coordinator to support day-to-day accounting operations. This role requires a strong understanding of bookkeeping, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively across departments in a deadline-driven environment.</p><p><strong>Accountant Responsibilities:</strong> </p><p>·        Process accounts payable, including vendor setup, invoice coding, approvals, and payment processing</p><p>·        Manage accounts receivable, including billing, cash applications, collections, and aging reports</p><p>·        Maintain vendor records, W-9s, and supporting documentation</p><p>·        Process employee credit card transactions and ensure proper coding and approvals</p><p>·        Prepare bank reconciliations, fixed asset schedules, and depreciation tracking</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>·        Assist with month-end close, journal entries, payroll allocations, and balance sheet reconciliations</p><p>·        Provide backup support for deposits, administrative tasks, and other accounting functions as needed</p><p><strong>Accountant Minimum Qualifications:</strong> </p><p>·        Associate degree preferred; High School Diploma required</p><p>·        3+ years of accounting, bookkeeping, accounts payable, or accounts receivable experience</p><p>·        Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook</p><p>·        Experience with general ledger accounting, reconciliations, AP, and AR processes</p><p>·        Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills</p><p>·        Nonprofit accounting experience preferred</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 <strong>Mac Grant via LinkedIn</strong>.</p><p><strong>Mac Grant | LinkedIn</strong></p>
  • 2026-10-21T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Specialist
  • Caseyville, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 19.7885 - 22.913 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support day-to-day payment operations for a client in Caseyville, Illinois. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone with solid experience processing invoices, applying accurate account coding, and handling electronic and check-based disbursements. The role calls for strong attention to detail, dependable follow-through, and the ability to keep payables activity organized and current in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process vendor invoices accurately and route them through the appropriate approval and payment workflow.<br>• Assign correct general ledger or account codes to invoices to ensure expenses are recorded properly.<br>• Review payable documents for completeness, resolve discrepancies, and follow up on missing or unclear information.<br>• Prepare and execute ACH payments while maintaining accuracy and adherence to internal controls.<br>• Coordinate scheduled check runs and confirm timely release of payments to vendors.<br>• Maintain organized accounts payable records and support audit-ready documentation practices.<br>• Communicate with vendors and internal teams to address payment questions, invoice issues, and account concerns.<br>• Monitor outstanding payables and help keep transaction activity current and reconciled.
  • 2026-11-06T00:00:00Z