Description There's currently a position available through Robert Half at a growing Non-Profit firm for an efficient, accurate Staff Accountant. Based in the Seattle, Washington region, this company offers an engaging and mulit-faceted short-term contract / contract opportunity where effort is rewarded. The Staff Accountant plays a major role in the preparation of monthly and year-end closings, journal entries, fixed asset maintenance, bank reconciliation, and general ledger reconciliation. A very involved position, this role produces Financial Statements, Cash Flow projections, and Budgets. You'll also have responsibility over various aspects of internal reporting during the monthly close. You will also communicate with our external auditors for quarterly reviews and annual audits, play an active role in compliance, and review schedules for the reporting processes.What you get to do every single day
Help with the implementation, maintenance and adherence to internal controls and accounting procedures ensuring compliance with GAAP
Carry out fixed asset ledger, depreciation, and reconciliation
Support capital lease and monthly payment schedules
Participate in various department-wide initiatives
Commentate on a wide variety of financial data and communicate it in a useful and understandable manner
Create monthly statement analysis to be used for management reportings
Be responsible for account reconciliations including prepaid expenses, payroll, and other assignments
Carry out month end close, journal entries, without supervision
Ad-hoc reporting and special projects, as needed
Play a role in the month end, quarter end and year end closing process including monthly financial close workbook preparation Requirements - Ability to thrive in a dynamic, high pressure environment, to prioritize deals and adapt to quick changes while remaining diligent
Recent and relevant accounting experience
Self-starter and strong ethical standards
Strong analytical skills, accuracy and attention to detail
Commitment and abilities to meet critical business deadlines
Ability to work within spreadsheets and databases
QuickBooks experience
Expertise in Accounts Payable (AP)
Proficiency in bank reconciliations
Full Cycle Payroll experience
Experience with month end closings
BA/BS or equivalent in Accounting, Finance or Economics
Efficient in ERP systems
Strong organizational, written and verbal communication skills required
Spreadsheet and database capabilities
Strong attention to detail
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