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Staff Accountant
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Robert Half
Seattle, WA (In Person)
$68,706 Salary, Full-Time
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Job Description
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations in Seattle, Washington. This role will help maintain accurate financial records, contribute to timely close activities, and assist with reporting and compliance requirements. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger experience, sound knowledge of accounting standards, and the ability to work effectively across multiple locations and stakeholders.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain the general ledger by preparing, reviewing, and posting journal entries that accurately reflect business activity.
- Contribute to month-end and year-end closing cycles through reconciliations, adjusting entries, and analysis of account fluctuations.
- Assist in producing monthly financial reports and internal management packages that support informed business decisions.
- Examine accounting data for completeness and adherence to internal policies as well as applicable accounting standards.
- Record accruals and other period-end adjustments in line with established close deadlines and reporting requirements.
- Partner with the external accounting firm to provide documentation and support a smooth and timely annual audit process.
- Keep financial documentation organized and audit-ready while following internal control expectations.
- Help prepare sales tax filings and support other compliance-related reporting obligations.
- Recommend and support improvements that strengthen accounting workflows and increase efficiency.
- Provide additional analysis and project support to finance leadership and work across both operating locations as business needs require.