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Staff Accountant
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What they do
An Accountant organizes and maintains financial records and prepares financial statements for companies and organizations. Works as a public accountant (prepares financial documents where public disclosure is required by law, such as business balance sheets and tax returns), management accountant (prepares financial information for internal use by a company) or government accountant (maintains records for government agencies).
$81,117 / year median in Washington
-9% projected decline
Job Description
Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare and post journal entriesPerform balance sheet and bank reconciliationsAssist with month-end and year-end close processesMaintain and reconcile general ledger accountsSupport accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as neededReview financial transactions for accuracy and complianceAssist with financial reporting and analysisResearch and resolve accounting discrepanciesSupport audits and special projects