Accounting Analyst III

Accounting Analyst III Automation and Control Strategies Group, INC. dba ACS Professional Staffing -

Richland, WA Posted:

5/20/2026 -

Expires:

8/18/2026

Job ID:

293429050

Job Description Location:

Richland, WA

Type:

Contract

• Job #8626

Overview:

ACS Professional Staffing is looking for an employee to work on-site with our client. This Accounting Analyst III assists in providing financial guidance and analytical support within the Finance Department, including system administration and development (e.g., online journal entries, general ledger, and property systems). Responsibilities include planning and analyzing complex financial issues such as fuel transactions, taxes, and debt issuances or refinancing, as well as supporting special projects. The role also involves cash and cost budgeting and monitoring for employee benefits, debt service, depreciation, and overhead allocations; maintaining project ledgers; and preparing a variety of monthly and annual financial reports, surveys, financial statements, and tax certifications. This full-time position is located in Richland, WA.

Pay range:

$44.55 - $69.51

Benefits:

Sick Leave:

One hour of paid sick leave for every 40 hours worked (sick leave can be used after 90 days of employment)

EAP:

Employee Assistance Program

• Benefit options available: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, Group Life/AD&D, Voluntary Life/AD&D, Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Voluntary Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Critical Illness, Voluntary Accident, Hospital Indemnity, 401k (eligible after one year and 1,000 hours worked - employer match up to 4%)
• Other benefits include the following:

Calm App, LifeBalance Discount Program Responsibilities:

• Provide specialized technical accounting support for the development, implementation, enhancement, and maintenance of financial systems (online journal entry, general ledger, etc.) and supporting databases for functions such as budget, cost accounting, inventory, asset management, travel, and payroll
• Apply accounting principles gained through education and experience
• Interpret and apply Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) pronouncements to activities
• Prepare monthly reports, as well as monthly and annual financial statements, special financial reports, tax certifications, and surveys in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and all state and federal laws
• Develop analyses from system-generated reports to explain accounting trends and budget variances
• Apply accounting knowledge to report design and required financial disclosures
• Conduct research and analysis on special financial issues, including refunds, tax matters, nuclear fuel transactions, workers' compensation, inventory, and property management
• Assist in developing financial strategies
• Maintain ledgers for all facilities in accordance with FERC and generally accepted accounting procedures, including preparing account reconciliations and journal entries
• Assist in the preparation of financial policies and procedures for the Finance manual
• Interface with internal managers and supervisors, as well as external agencies

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field from an accredited college or university (related field must include an emphasis in accounting); OR
• Associate's degree with 10 years of experience in accounting, auditing, and/or finance; OR
• High school diploma (or equivalent) with 14 years of related experience
• Possess progressively responsible experience with monthly and annual financial closing processes, including related compliance and financial audit activities
• Demonstrate familiarity with annual financial close processes and financial/compliance audit requirements
• Maintain knowledge of financial and accounting concepts, including generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and applicable state To view the full job description, click here Job Summary Veteran Preference Company Details Company Automation and Control Strategies Group, INC.

dba ACS Professional Staffing Industry Employment Placement Agencies Job Information Location Richland, WA Job Type Full Time Employee Job Position 1 Position(s) Open Salary/Wage N/A Duration Over 150 Days Additional Information Reference Code #8626-8078 Federal Contractor No Affirmative Action Plan No