Junior Accountant

We are looking for a detail-oriented entry-level Accountant to support core accounting activities for a manufacturing organization in Pennsylvania. This role contributes to daily financial operations by helping maintain accurate records, supporting reporting cycles, and coordinating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, and comfortable handling both transactional accounting tasks and general administrative support in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support billing activities by preparing customer invoices, tracking sales-related documentation, and coordinating with warehouses, customers, and internal teams to resolve transaction questions.
• Contribute to accounts payable operations by processing vendor invoices, assisting with payment activities, reconciling account details, and maintaining supplier records, including onboarding new vendors.
• Review employee expense submissions to confirm policy compliance, coding accuracy, and appropriate financial classification.
• Help complete bank account reconciliations on a monthly basis and investigate discrepancies as needed.
• Compile recurring financial reports on a weekly and monthly schedule to support visibility into business performance.
• Prepare and record journal entries while helping maintain the accuracy of general ledger activity.
• Assist with the preparation of balance sheets, income statements, and related financial documents in line with accounting standards and company policies.
• Participate in month-end and year-end close activities by organizing support files and completing assigned accounting tasks on schedule.
• Provide requested documentation and account support for internal and external audit processes.
• Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Sales, Finance, and leadership while also handling administrative tasks that support departmental goals.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience in an accounting support role.
• Working knowledge of general ledger activity, journal entries, and standard accounting procedures.
• Experience supporting accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and financial reporting tasks.
• Familiarity with corporate tax concepts, sales tax, and corporate tax return support is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to review financial data for accuracy and proper classification.
• Proficiency with spreadsheets and accounting systems, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to collaborate with both internal departments and external business contacts.Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.© 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.