Accounting Assistant

Description We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to support project accounting and office operations for a busy construction environment in Bellevue, Washington. This contract opportunity has the potential to become permanent and is ideal for someone who can balance financial administration, payroll support, and day-to-day coordination with accuracy and professionalism. The role offers a mix of accounting, onboarding, vendor communication, and administrative responsibilities that help keep project teams running efficiently.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate payroll inputs and timekeeping records for a large union workforce, ensuring pay is processed in alignment with prevailing wage standards and applicable labor agreements.
• Manage purchasing activities by creating orders, confirming receipts electronically, establishing vendor profiles, and serving as a point of contact for supplier-related questions.
• Review and process accounts payable transactions tied to project materials, services, and operating expenses with strong attention to coding and documentation.
• Maintain organized project records and file systems so contracts, financial documents, and operational paperwork remain accurate and accessible.
• Support employee onboarding by handling union dispatch coordination, completing new employee documentation, assisting with orientation, and preparing needed equipment or system access.
• Oversee project office support functions, including supply inventory, shared equipment coordination, breakroom upkeep, and logistics for meetings or team events.
• Assist with subcontractor administration by preparing billing support, compiling monthly pay application information, and tracking required reporting items.
• Contribute to receivable and reconciliation tasks as needed, including invoice review, payment tracking, and related accounting support activities. Requirements
• Experience in accounting support, office administration, or project coordination within a construction or similar operational setting.
• Working knowledge of accounts payable processes, invoice coding, payroll support, and bank reconciliation practices.
• Familiarity with certified payroll, prevailing wage regulations, and union labor requirements.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities accurately in a fast-paced project office environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain detailed records and support document control procedures.
• Experience with purchasing systems or contractor-focused platforms is helpful, and exposure to tools such as Coupa is a plus.

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