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17 results for Senior Cost Accountant in Tempe, AZ

Sr. Accountant
  • Sun Lakes, AZ
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 45 - 50 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half Management Resources is looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support one of our clients on an interim basis. This role will play a key part in monthly financial activities, ensuring accurate entries, reconciliations, and timely reporting across the general ledger. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage recurring responsibilities while contributing to special projects as needed.</p><p><br></p><p><u>Responsibilities:</u></p><p>• Support the monthly close cycle by completing assigned accounting tasks accurately and within established deadlines.</p><p>• Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation and alignment to accounting policies.</p><p>• Perform detailed reconciliations for balance sheet accounts and resolve variances in a timely manner.</p><p>• Review and complete bank reconciliations to maintain accuracy between cash activity and ledger balances.</p><p>• Produce recurring monthly financial reports and help ensure data is complete, consistent, and reliable.</p><p>• Manage sales and use tax reporting activities in accordance with applicable requirements and filing timelines.</p><p>• Maintain the fixed asset sub-ledger, including updates for additions, disposals, depreciation, and related records.</p><p>• Assist with ad hoc assignments and special accounting projects that support the broader finance team.</p>
  • 2026-05-22T00:00:00Z
Senior IT Auditor
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 0 - 0 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half&#39;s client in Phoenix, Arizona is seeking a Senior IT Auditor. As the Senior IT Auditor, you will learn about the operational and financial technologies supporting business processes and revenue growth. You will partner closely with our centralized, IT Security and Financial Compliance teams as well as coordinate globally with our diversified application, IT Compliance, and networking teams. Internal Audit at Carlisle is a great stepping-stone to learn the business, find your niche, and drive your career, whether it be in operations, automation, security, or finance. We are seeking individuals that and are eager to step into the world of IT Security and Governance to foster a stronger IT controls environment. </p><p>·      Provide input to IA leadership in developing the team’s annual plan, audit program, and resource needs.</p><p>·      Independently develop, execute, and document sufficient testing procedures over SOX IT controls.</p><p>·      Become proficient in understanding the purpose, risks, and controls related to critical business systems across the company.</p><p>·      Draft key audit deliverables, including audit reports and metrics for management.</p><p>·      Coordinate with external auditors to independently relay status and results, discuss issue documentation and remediation procedures, and other inquiries related to the IT SOX audit.</p><p>·      Communicate audit results and recommendations to management.</p><p>·      Collaborate with management to document remediation and mitigation plans, root cause analysis, and track issues through to completion.</p>
  • 2026-05-08T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Tempe, AZ
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 34 - 38 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a large retail organization in Tempe, Arizona. This onsite opportunity is a Long-term Contract position suited for an accounting specialist who thrives in a fast-moving, high-volume environment and enjoys owning critical close and reconciliation work. The role will contribute to accurate financial reporting, support day-to-day accounting operations, and collaborate across teams to maintain strong financial controls.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Drive monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities to help ensure timely and accurate financial results.<br>• Create and examine journal entries, accruals, and ledger adjustments to maintain the integrity of financial records.<br>• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and monitor outstanding items, using BlackLine when applicable to organize and complete close-related tasks.<br>• Research variances and account discrepancies, then follow through on corrective actions and resolution.<br>• Support accounting activity related to retail operations, including high-volume transactions connected to inventory, revenue, and operating expenses.<br>• Contribute to the preparation of financial statements and internal reporting packages for management review.<br>• Work closely with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and operational partners to confirm the accuracy and completeness of financial data.<br>• Uphold internal control standards, accounting policies, and compliance requirements across routine accounting processes.<br>• Respond to audit support needs by assembling documentation and explaining account activity as requested.<br>• Recommend and support improvements that increase efficiency and accuracy within accounting operations.
  • 2026-05-21T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 32 - 35 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations for a manufacturing organization in Phoenix, Arizona. This is a Long-term Contract position with the potential to turn into a permanent role over time. The person in this seat will help stabilize financial records, manage transactional accounting activities, and partner closely with leadership on ongoing accounting projects.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process vendor invoices and customer transactions accurately while maintaining timely accounts payable and accounts receivable records.</p><p>• Perform account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to help ensure the accuracy of the general ledger.</p><p>• Prepare journal entries and assist with month-end close activities in support of reliable financial reporting.</p><p>• Maintain organized accounting documentation and update financial data within QuickBooks and other internal systems used by the business.</p><p>• Support cleanup efforts within accounting records to improve data integrity and streamline daily workflows.</p><p>• Assist with sales tax-related tasks, including tracking, reviewing, and preparing information needed for compliance.</p><p>• Partner with the controller during a hands-on working interview process and contribute to special accounting projects as business needs evolve.</p><p>• Provide consistent onsite support Monday through Friday with a dependable schedule that may begin on a part-time basis and expand over time.</p>
  • 2026-05-05T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 30 - 31 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support accounting and finance operations for a Contract position based in Phoenix, Arizona. This role partners with teams across finance, warehouse operations, pricing, and leadership to deliver accurate reporting, reconciliations, and financial analysis across a multi-state business environment. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger experience, sound knowledge of accounting principles, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines with a high level of accuracy and professionalism.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Analyze monthly and year-over-year expenses, summarize findings, and identify needed reclasses or accrual adjustments in accordance with company accounting standards.<br>• Record recurring and non-recurring journal entries each month to maintain accurate financial records.<br>• Reconcile gross profit results between financial records and billing or distribution data, investigating discrepancies and resolving issues promptly.<br>• Prepare and circulate monthly financial statements and management reports to support operational and executive decision-making.<br>• Review budget-to-actual performance, highlight variances, and provide insight into expense trends.<br>• Reconcile general ledger accounts, research exceptions, and escalate write-offs or unusual items for management review when necessary.<br>• Support cash and vendor-related activities, including bank reconciliations, aging oversight, and forecasting to identify potential spending concerns.<br>• Complete recurring tax filings, incentive and commission processing, spoilage and billing reconciliations, petty cash balancing, and license renewal coordination, while also providing backup support for payroll reporting and processing.
  • 2026-05-14T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 33.25 - 38.5 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations for a long-term contract opportunity in Phoenix, Arizona. This role is suited to someone who can maintain accurate financial records, contribute to tax-related reporting, and ensure the integrity of general ledger activity. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting fundamentals and can work independently while collaborating with internal stakeholders to meet reporting deadlines.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and post journal entries to keep financial records accurate and up to date.<br>• Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies to support clean month-end reporting.<br>• Assist with corporate tax activities, including gathering documentation and supporting tax return preparation.<br>• Manage sales tax processes by reviewing transactions, maintaining supporting records, and helping ensure timely filings.<br>• Analyze accounting data and provide clear documentation to support audits, compliance reviews, and internal controls.<br>• Support periodic close activities by verifying balances, organizing schedules, and resolving outstanding items.<br>• Partner with finance and business teams to clarify account activity and improve reporting accuracy.
  • 2026-05-19T00:00:00Z
Project Accountant
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 29.6875 - 34.375 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Project Accountant to join a growing team in Phoenix, Arizona. This contract-to-permanent position is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced construction environment, supporting project billing and financial coordination across a high volume of active accounts. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to day-to-day accounting operations while building experience alongside project managers and an established accounting team.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage project billing activities for a large portfolio of active commercial accounts, ensuring invoices are prepared accurately and submitted on time.</p><p>• Process customer billings through QuickBooks Online and external general contractor portals used for construction projects.</p><p>• Track changes to project scope, added materials, and billing updates so invoices reflect current project activity.</p><p>• Support accounts receivable efforts by monitoring submitted invoices, maintaining billing records, and following established documentation procedures.</p><p>• Partner with project managers to gather project details, validate billable items, and resolve billing discrepancies.</p><p>• Assist with construction-related accounting tasks, including financial review, project cost tracking, and backlog reporting.</p><p>• Coordinate monthly billing for recurring project services, including contract fencing and other ongoing work.</p><p>• Contribute to accounting team operations by helping organize financial data and supporting future platform-related process updates as needed.</p>
  • 2026-05-15T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accounts Receivable Analyst
  • Scottsdale, AZ
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 35 - 38.46 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Sr. Accounts Receivable Analyst to join a large Arizona headquartered company, in a remote capacity. This contract position plays an important role in improving cash flow by managing past-due accounts, addressing billing concerns, and partnering with internal teams and customers to keep collections moving effectively. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and comfortable balancing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment while contributing ideas that strengthen collection operations over time.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage outbound collection activities with professionalism and a strong customer-focused approach while following company guidelines and internal controls.</p><p>• Review account history and supporting documentation to prepare for customer outreach, discussions, and follow-up actions related to overdue balances.</p><p>• Partner with sales, finance, and other internal stakeholders, as well as external customers, to resolve payment delays, disputes, and billing-related concerns.</p><p>• Monitor delinquent receivables, identify accounts with elevated risk, and provide recurring reporting with practical recommendations for resolution.</p><p>• Support bad debt analysis by preparing relevant reports and assisting with invoice corrections, credit memos, and other account adjustments when needed.</p><p>• Contribute to ongoing enhancements in collections operations by evaluating current practices and recommending more efficient workflows.</p><p>• Work across departments to uncover process gaps, address root causes, and suggest scalable improvements, including opportunities to automate manual tasks.</p><p>• Help maintain an effective order-to-cash environment by supporting collection management activities tied to billing accuracy and account resolution.Co</p>
  • 2026-05-05T00:00:00Z
Accounting Analyst
  • Tempe, AZ
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 33 - 36 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an Accounting Analyst to join a retail organization in Tempe, Arizona on a Contract basis. This position supports core accounting functions including month-end close, account reconciliations, and general ledger analysis, with a focus on utilizing BlackLine to improve accuracy and efficiency. This role combines traditional accounting responsibilities with system-driven process improvement and automation.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Perform balance sheet reconciliations using BlackLine or similar tools</li><li>Prepare journal entries and support general ledger activity</li><li>Assist with month-end close, ensuring timely and accurate reporting</li><li>Analyze account variances and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Maintain and improve reconciliation processes and documentation</li><li>Identify opportunities for automation and process enhancements</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Operations, IT, Audit)</li><li>Support internal controls and SOX compliance efforts</li><li>Assist with system administration tasks, reporting, and user support</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-05-20T00:00:00Z
Accountant
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 37.05 - 42.9 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Accountant to support core accounting operations for a team based in Phoenix, Arizona. This contract position with potential for a permanent opportunity is ideal for someone who can manage daily financial activity with accuracy, maintain organized records, and contribute to a dependable month-end close process. The role offers the opportunity to work across both payables and receivables while strengthening general ledger integrity and supporting ongoing accounting needs.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process vendor invoices, verify supporting documentation, and ensure timely completion of accounts payable activities.<br>• Manage customer billing and cash application tasks while keeping accounts receivable records accurate and up to date.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries with proper backup to support routine accounting transactions and period-end close.<br>• Reconcile bank accounts and investigate discrepancies to maintain accurate cash reporting.<br>• Maintain general ledger balances by reviewing account activity and resolving inconsistencies as they arise.<br>• Assist with monthly and year-end closing tasks, including account analysis and financial record cleanup.<br>• Support reporting needs by organizing accounting data and providing clear documentation for internal review.<br>• Contribute to process improvements within accounting workflows, including updates tied to system or operational changes when needed.
  • 2026-05-19T00:00:00Z
Accountant
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Accountant to join our team in Phoenix, Arizona on a contract-to-permanent basis. This position is ideal for someone who can connect daily accounting activity to the broader financial picture, with a strong grasp of general ledger structure and accurate transaction coding. The role supports a manufacturing environment and offers the opportunity to contribute across core accounting processes while working a daytime Monday through Friday schedule.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage day-to-day accounting activities across accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger functions.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries with supporting documentation to maintain accurate financial records.<br>• Assist with month-end close tasks, ensuring balances are reviewed and deadlines are met.<br>• Perform bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to support reliable cash reporting.<br>• Apply cost accounting principles within a manufacturing setting to help track and analyze production-related expenses.<br>• Review account coding for accuracy and ensure transactions are aligned with the appropriate general ledger treatment.<br>• Support financial record maintenance by identifying issues, resolving variances, and improving data accuracy.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to gather information needed for timely and complete accounting processes.
  • 2026-05-19T00:00:00Z
Sr. Credit Analyst
  • Scottsdale, AZ
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 45 - 50 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half Management Resources is looking for an experienced Sr. Credit Analyst to join one of our clients on an interim basis. In this role, you will contribute to commercial lending decisions by evaluating borrower financials, preparing clear credit recommendations, and monitoring portfolio health. This position offers the opportunity to support both new and existing loan activity while partnering closely with relationship managers, underwriting teams, and credit leadership.</p><p><br></p><p><u>Responsibilities:</u></p><p>• Develop detailed credit memos and lending recommendations for new requests, renewals, and modifications.</p><p>• Analyze financial statements by completing spreads, cash flow reviews, ratio analysis, and covenant testing to support credit decisions.</p><p>• Track the performance of assigned borrowing relationships and flag developing risks, exceptions, or adverse trends.</p><p>• Review collateral, industry conditions, and borrower operating results to form balanced assessments of repayment capacity.</p><p>• Maintain ongoing portfolio oversight through periodic reviews, covenant compliance monitoring, and credit file updates.</p><p>• Collaborate with lenders, portfolio partners, and credit approvers to deliver accurate and timely documentation for commercial loan activity.</p><p>• Ensure loan packages and supporting records align with internal credit standards and applicable regulatory expectations.</p><p>• Use credit analysis platforms and reporting tools, such as Abrigo, Experian, or comparable systems, to support underwriting and portfolio management activities.</p>
  • 2026-05-13T00:00:00Z
Accounting Clerk
  • Scottsdale, AZ
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 50000 - 60000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to join a growing services organization in Scottsdale, Arizona. This direct-permanent opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys detailed transactional work and wants to build deeper experience in accounts payable and related accounting support. The position plays an important part in keeping payment activity, client-related transactions, and financial documentation organized and accurate. It also offers hands-on learning and room to expand within a collaborative, fast-moving team.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Handle a high volume of payment transactions with a strong focus on accuracy, timeliness, and proper documentation.<br>• Assemble and organize settlement and transaction materials, including statements, payment batches, and supporting correspondence.<br>• Prepare checks, coordinate disbursement activity, and work with banking contacts to help ensure smooth payment processing.<br>• Support accounts payable operations by reviewing invoices, entering payment details, and maintaining vendor payment records.<br>• Enter financial and case-related information into accounting systems, keeping records complete and up to date.<br>• Monitor client advances and record related activity to support accurate tracking of funds.<br>• Process daily deposit activity and maintain clear backup documentation for each transaction.<br>• Draft accounting memos and compile supporting records for internal reference and transaction support.<br>• Contribute to special assignments and assist with clearing outstanding accounting items as business needs arise.
  • 2026-05-15T00:00:00Z
Senior Systems Administrator
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 0 - 0 USD / Yearly
  • <p>The Senior Systems Administrator is responsible for the oversight, configuration, and daily operation of mission-critical IT systems. This role requires a deep understanding of complex enterprise systems, including servers, data storage, virtualization, cloud technologies, and related infrastructure. The incumbent will assign and review the daily work of technical staff, ensure optimal system performance, administer service level agreements, and participate in the full lifecycle of system administration, project management, and vendor management. This position is essential to supporting reliable, secure business technology operations.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Assign and oversee daily tasks for systems administration staff, providing mentorship and technical leadership.</li><li>Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot operating system workstations (Windows and Linux), servers (Microsoft 2016/2019/2022), storage area networks (SAN), and data storage devices to support business processing requirements.</li><li>Administer on-premises and cloud-based Microsoft Exchange environments, manage mailboxes, shared mailboxes, distribution lists, and permissions.</li><li>Manage and automate Active Directory, Group Policy Objects, DNS, DHCP, and user/computer provisioning; leverage scripting (e.g., PowerShell) for task automation.</li><li>Oversee VMware vCenter / vSphere environments, including provisioning new virtual machines, managing server resources, and supporting patch and update activities.</li><li>Configure and manage print servers, server backups, and disaster recovery solutions; monitor and remediate hardware issues across supported server platforms.</li><li>Develop and enforce service level agreements, monitor system performance, and proactively tune systems for high availability and reliability.</li><li>Lead or participate in IT projects from design through implementation, ensuring compliance with best practices and business objectives.</li><li>Administer vendor contracts related to infrastructure systems and liaise with external providers for escalation and support matters.</li><li>Provide tier III escalation support for incidents and requests across supported systems, maintaining detailed documentation and change management protocols.</li><li>Ensure security policies and practices are applied across all administered systems, including patching, vulnerability assessment, and compliance monitoring.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-05-22T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Specialist
  • Scottsdale, AZ
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 28 - 35 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a general contracting/ construction industry client on a contract basis. This fully onsite role is well suited for someone who understands construction-related payables and can manage a high volume of subcontractor and supplier transactions with accuracy and urgency. The ideal candidate brings strong experience supporting general contractor operations, including documentation tied to payment releases and invoice review, and can contribute quickly in a fast-paced setting.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Review and process invoices for subcontractors and vendors, ensuring correct coding and timely entry into the accounting system.</p><p>• Administer payment applications and verify supporting documentation before releasing payments.</p><p>• Track, collect, and maintain pre-lien notices and lien waiver records to support compliant payment processing.</p><p>• Prepare ACH payments and check runs while confirming amounts, approvals, and vendor details are accurate.</p><p>• Reconcile payable activity and resolve discrepancies with internal teams, suppliers, and project stakeholders.</p><p>• Support construction accounting workflows involving large subcontractor commitments and complex vendor billing arrangements.</p><p>• Use accounting software, preferably Viewpoint Vista, to manage daily accounts payable transactions and reporting.</p><p>• Maintain organized records and assist with month-end payable close activities as needed.</p>
  • 2026-05-19T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Specialist
  • Scottsdale, AZ
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 28 - 33 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Scottsdale, Arizona. This is a long-term contract position offering a hybrid work schedule, with 2 days remote and three days in-office. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently within a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process and manage accounts payable transactions accurately and efficiently using Microsoft Dynamics D365 and Exflow.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures related to financial operations.</p><p>• Handle wire transfers and banking transactions with precision and confidentiality.</p><p>• Assist in auditing and reconciling vendor invoices and statements.</p><p>• Collaborate with the AP Manager and other team members to address discrepancies and resolve payment issues.</p><p>• Maintain accurate records and documentation for all financial activities.</p><p>• Support month-end closing processes and reporting requirements.</p><p>• Continuously identify opportunities for improving accounts payable processes and workflows.</p><p>• Provide responsive support to vendors and internal stakeholders regarding payment inquiries.</p>
  • 2026-05-07T00:00:00Z
Sr. Data Entry Clerk
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 24 - 28 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Sr. Data Entry Clerk to support a Contract assignment based in Phoenix, Arizona. This role will focus on organizing and maintaining a shared data repository, supporting remote information submission, and helping ensure the accuracy of records gathered from multiple sources. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working with structured data, reviewing information for quality, and contributing to research efforts that help identify providers offering affordable veterinary services within their communities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Build and maintain accurate records within a shared database environment designed for collaboration across multiple users.<br>• Create and manage data collection forms that allow external contributors to submit information without needing direct database access.<br>• Review incoming submissions from forms and separate or flag those entries for follow-up validation and quality checks.<br>• Enter, update, and verify large volumes of information with a high degree of accuracy and consistency.<br>• Analyze collected data to help identify organizations that provide lower-cost veterinary care within their surrounding markets.<br>• Support research efforts by comparing pricing and geographic coverage patterns to establish meaningful affordability benchmarks.<br>• Use Excel and related data tools to organize findings, track progress, and prepare clean datasets for review.<br>• Work with internal stakeholders and external partners to clarify incomplete entries and resolve discrepancies in submitted information.
  • 2026-05-21T00:00:00Z