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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
Responsibilities:
Manage the preparation and review of project funding packages and related internal documentation to support timely submission to project teams and ownership groups. Examine billing activity, compliance records, and supporting data to identify discrepancies, assess potential risk, and elevate issues when needed. Compile and review project-level and joint venture financial statements to help ensure accuracy and completeness. Evaluate construction compliance materials such as lien waivers, affidavits, and preliminary notices to confirm required documentation is in place. Produce recurring monthly accounting reports for construction and development stakeholders and distribute them within established timelines. Prepare capital call and distribution schedules while verifying amounts and supporting calculations. Reconcile direct costs, contract balances, and job-related accounting records, making corrections as necessary. Assist with audit and tax support requests by gathering documentation and responding to year-end inquiries. Serve as a day-to-day accounting contact for project teams, subcontractors, and vendors by addressing questions and resolving financial issues. Provide guidance to less experienced staff members and contribute to overall team effectiveness through collaboration and knowledge sharing. Experience preparing journal entries, maintaining general ledger activity, and supporting month-end accounting processes. Knowledge of job cost accounting and the ability to track, review, and reconcile project-related expenses. Strong account reconciliation skills with attention to detail and the ability to investigate variances thoroughly. Background in construction, development, project, or similar operational accounting environments. Ability to interpret financial statements, funding documentation, and compliance-related records accurately. Effective communication skills for working with internal business partners, subcontractors, and outside vendors. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize work independently. 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 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. © 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 and Privacy Notice .Benefits
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance