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Staff Accountant

Robert Half

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations for a Contract position based in Tukwila, Washington. This role will contribute to accurate financial reporting by managing daily transactions, maintaining ledger integrity, and assisting with month-end accounting activities. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in reconciliations, payables, receivables, and tax-related support within a fast-paced business environment.

Responsibilities:
• Prepare and post journal entries to maintain complete and accurate financial records.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts on a routine basis and investigate discrepancies promptly.
• Process accounts payable transactions, including invoice review, coding, and payment support.
• Manage accounts receivable activities by recording incoming payments and following up on outstanding balances.
• Assist with corporate tax return support by organizing financial data and maintaining required documentation.
• Perform high-volume data entry with a strong focus on accuracy, consistency, and timeliness.
• Support month-end and periodic close activities to help ensure reliable reporting.
• Review accounting records for completeness and work with internal partners to resolve exceptions.• Experience working in a Staff Accountant or similar accounting role.
• Working knowledge of general ledger maintenance and journal entry preparation.
• Hands-on experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and account reconciliations.
• Familiarity with corporate tax return support and related financial documentation.
• Strong data entry accuracy and attention to detail in transaction processing.
• Ability to organize multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a Contract assignment.
• Proficiency with standard accounting systems and spreadsheet tools.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to collaborate across finance and business teams.

Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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