Sr. Accountant

Description We are in search of a Sr. Accountant to join our team. Based in Newport, Oregon, the role involves comprehensive management of financial records, preparation of financial reports, and regular account reconciliation. This position offers a long term contract employment opportunity.Responsibilities: Ensure accurate and timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial statements Assist in audit preparations by maintaining and providing necessary financial records Execute account reconciliation tasks including balance sheet and bank reconciliations Handle the processing and recording of journal entries in the general ledger Utilize Microsoft Excel for data management and financial analysis Conduct month-end close procedures efficiently Leverage knowledge of governmental accounting in managing financial tasks Prepare board reports and facilitate management review of financial statements.Requirements Must possess strong skills in Account Reconciliation Proficiency in Balance Sheet Reconciliation is required Should be adept at performing Bank Reconciliations Experience with General Ledger management is necessary Ability to prepare and manage Journal Entries is crucial Must be proficient in using Microsoft Excel Expected to handle Month End Close tasks efficiently Knowledge and experience in Governmental Accounting is a plus 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 (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-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 including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company’s 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays. The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) received varies based on years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources.© 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 (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .