Sr. Staff Accountant

We are looking for an experienced accounting specialist to support a growing organization with operations across several business lines in Tumwater, Washington. This Long-term Contract opportunity is well suited for someone who enjoys owning core accounting activities, maintaining accurate financial records, and working across multiple entities in a fast-moving environment. The role will contribute to month-end close, financial reporting, and day-to-day accounting operations while partnering closely with leadership to strengthen financial processes.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee day-to-day accounting activities for multiple business entities, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and consistently across each operation.

• Prepare and analyze general ledger reconciliations, resolving discrepancies and maintaining the integrity of financial data.

• Manage journal entries, bank reconciliations, and other core accounting tasks needed to support a timely and accurate close process.

• Maintain fixed asset records, including asset capitalization, depreciation tracking, and supporting schedules.

• Assist with monthly close activities and help deliver completed reporting within established deadlines.

• Compile financial statements and provide reporting support to leadership for operational and financial decision-making.

• Work closely with the Controller on budgeting support, forecasting activities, and special financial analyses as business needs arise.

• Recommend and implement improvements that enhance efficiency, consistency, and control across a multi-entity accounting structure.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• At least 3 years of progressively responsible accounting experience, including senior-level accounting work.
• Demonstrated experience handling accounting responsibilities in a multi-entity environment; exposure to multiple industries is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of general ledger activity, month-end close, account reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
• Experience with fixed assets, journal entries, and bank reconciliations.
• Construction accounting experience is a plus.
• Proficiency with accounting software and advanced Excel skills.
• Ability to balance competing priorities, stay organized, and meet deadlines in a dynamic setting.

Compensation

$31.66-$36.66 Hourly

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