Senior Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Accountants, we could use your help! Our client, a respected community-focused organization located in Vancouver, WA, is looking for a temporary Senior Accountant to step in and support their accounting team during a critical period.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Accountant who enjoys diving into the details, solving problems, and keeping things moving. The team is looking for someone who can get up to speed quickly, think critically, and operate with a high level of independence while partnering closely with leadership.

As the Senior Accountant, you would be responsible for:
* Reviewing and supporting general ledger activity
* Assisting with month-end close processes and journal entries
* Performing cash and account reconciliations
* Researching and resolving discrepancies and variances
* Reviewing accounting transactions and supporting documentation
* Assisting with financial reporting and analysis
* Supporting payroll-related accounting activities
* Working closely with leadership to improve processes and maintain accuracy
* Assisting with various accounting projects and ad hoc requests

This is an excellent opportunity to support an organization that has a meaningful impact on the Southwest Washington community while working alongside a kind, collaborative, and highly supportive team. The environment is professional, mission-driven, and looking for someone who can confidently roll up their sleeves and contribute right away.

To be considered for this role, you would need:
* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
* 4+ years of accounting experience
* Strong general ledger and reconciliation experience
* Intermediate Excel skills including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and formulas
* Ability to work independently and adapt in a fast-changing environment
* Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Preferred qualifications:
* Government accounting experience
* Nonprofit or fund accounting experience
* Experience with Great Plains, Tyler Technologies, or similar ERP systems

Additional Details:
* Temporary assignment expected to last 6-9 months
* 100% onsite in Vancouver, WA
* Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
* Business casual environment
* Free parking available and accessible by public transportation

Please apply! All of our positions posted are real, and if this specific role is filled by the time we connect, we would still love to talk with you about other accounting opportunities throughout the Portland and Southwest Washington market.

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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Company Profile:

Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.

Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.

Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting

Benefits Information:

Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.

We look forward to working with you.

Beacon Hill. Employing the Future™ Company Description

Fast-paced and high volume. Challenging yet rewarding environment.

Company Description

Fast-paced and high volume. Challenging yet rewarding environment.