Sr. Staff Accountant

Description We are looking for an experienced Sr. Staff Accountant to join a team in Mount Vernon, Washington on a contract-to-permanent basis. This role is ideal for an accounting specialist who enjoys balancing day-to-day transactional work with core close activities and payroll support. The position offers broad exposure across accounting operations, including financial reporting, reconciliations, tax-related tasks, and process coordination.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and post journal entries to maintain accurate financial records across the general ledger.
• Lead key activities tied to the monthly close cycle, ensuring deadlines are met and balances are properly supported.
• Process payroll for a workforce of up to approximately 210 employees with a high level of accuracy and confidentiality.
• Manage accounts payable functions, including invoice review, coding, and timely payment processing.
• Reconcile bank accounts and balance sheet accounts to identify discrepancies and resolve issues promptly.
• Support B& O tax preparation and related filings in compliance with applicable requirements.
• Review accounting data for completeness and accuracy while helping maintain organized supporting documentation.
• Assist with ongoing accounting process improvements and support operational changes or system-related updates as needed. Requirements
• At least 5 years of accounting experience in a hands-on staff or senior staff accounting role.
• Strong working knowledge of journal entries, general ledger maintenance, and account reconciliations.
• Experience processing payroll for an employee population within the 101 to 500 employee range.
• Proven ability to manage month-end close responsibilities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Familiarity with accounts payable processes and day-to-day accounting operations.
• Understanding of B& O tax support activities and other standard compliance-related accounting tasks.
• High attention to detail, sound organizational skills, and the ability to handle multiple priorities effectively.

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