Staff Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Staff Accountant to support a nonprofit organization in Everett, Washington through a Long-term Contract assignment. This position works closely with program leadership, finance partners, and operational teams to provide dependable financial oversight, reporting, and administrative support for behavioral health services. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting fundamentals, familiarity with government-funded programs, and the ability to step into a fast-paced environment with minimal ramp-up time.

Responsibilities:
• Manage day-to-day accounting activities for assigned programs, helping maintain accurate financial records and steady workflow coverage across the finance function.
• Prepare journal entries, maintain general ledger activity, and support month-end processes to ensure timely and reliable monthly financial reporting.
• Track program and contract budgets, compare actual spending to approved funding, and investigate variances that may affect financial performance or compliance.
• Reconcile financial data related to contracts and program operations, confirming that transactions are recorded correctly and supported by appropriate documentation.
• Work with program leaders, supervisors, and finance staff to provide budget updates, respond to questions, and support sound financial decision-making.
• Assist with payroll-related coordination and other administrative finance tasks connected to program operations.
• Help ensure adherence to grant and contract requirements, internal controls, generally accepted accounting principles, and applicable government funding guidelines.
• Identify potential financial or compliance issues early and communicate findings to finance and program leadership for resolution.• 5+ years of accounting experience in a staff accountant, program accountant, or similar finance role.
• Hands-on experience preparing journal entries, maintaining general ledger records, and producing monthly financial statements.
• Working knowledge of government contracts, invoicing practices, and compliance expectations tied to funded programs.
• Ability to interpret budgets, monitor spending activity, and reconcile financial information with accuracy and consistency.
• Experience supporting cross-functional teams and communicating effectively with both finance and operational stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial controls, and standard reporting practices.
• Ability to learn quickly, work independently, and contribute effectively in an established environment from the start.