Description Robert Half is looking for a Staff Accountant for a permanent opportunity. In this position, the Staff Accountant prepares journal entries, monthly and year-end closings, bank reconciliation, fixed asset maintenance and general ledger reconciliation. During the monthly close, various aspects of internal reporting will be under your responsibility. You will lend your skills to developing and implementing accounting policies. Also, you will take part in compliance, interact with our external auditors for quarterly reviews and annual audits, and review schedules for the reporting processes. This intricate position is involved in the production of Financial Statements, Cash Flow projections, and Budgets. This Olympia, Washington area-based position is a challenging, multi-faceted opportunity to work for a company that recognizes and rewards hard work. One of the most fun, warm, and friendly work environments in all of Olympia! Non-profit experience is a plus; join a team with a mission! Hybrid work schedule - only in the office 3 days a week! Your responsibilities
Periodic maintenance and reconciliation of journal entries
Organize schedules for monthly payments and capital lease
Handle intercompany transactions, billings, and reconciliation
Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations which include, but are not limited to, cash, prepaid expenses, and payroll
Maintain, implement, and adhere to internal controls. Also ensure that accounting procedures comply with GAAP
Prepare monthly balance sheet and income statement analyses for management reporting
Impromptu reporting and special projects, when requested
Organize and review a variety of financial data, reporting it in a way that is useful and understandable
Become well-versed in month end balance sheet account reconciliations
Oversee depreciation, fixed asset ledgers, and reconciliation
Assist with the month end, quarter end and year end closing process by preparing monthly financial close workbooks
Compose journal entries and conduct the month end close with minimal supervision
Participate in various department-wide initiatives
The salary range for this position is $65k to $80k. BENEFITS INFO: Benefits available with this position include medical, dental and vision; life and disability insurances; participation in the company’s 401(k) plan with 3% match and 15days of paid vacation, 5 days of paid sick leave and 10 paid holidays per calendar year.Requirements - Experience with ERP systems
Candidate must possess first-rate analytical, quantitative and social skills
Competent with spreadsheets and databases
Demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic and constantly changing company environment
Recent and relevant accounting experience
High attention to detail
Self-starter, ability to identify issues and resolve problems
Proficient with spreadsheets and databases
BA/BS or equivalent in Accounting, Finance or Economics
Fully formed organizational, written and verbal communication skills
Proven knowledge of Post Journal Entries
Financial reporting experience
Solid understanding of Analyze Financial Statements
Practical knowledge of general ledger
Well-founded grasp of Posting Journal Entries
General familiarity with Prepare Journal Entries
Financial statement preparation experience highly desired
Expertise in Consolidated Financial Statements
Quality experience with account reconciliation
Earlier work involving bank reconciliations
Financial Statement experience preferred
Wide ranging experience with Bank Account Reconciliation
Ability to meet deadlines
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 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.© 2024 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) .