Staff Accountant
Responsibilities:
• Oversee the accuracy of financial records by maintaining general ledger activity, preparing journal entries, and reviewing account activity for completeness and proper classification.
• Carry out monthly close responsibilities, including balance sheet reconciliations, bank and credit card reconciliations, and the collection of supporting documentation needed to complete a two-week close cycle.
• Evaluate revenue-related and cost-related financial activity through analytical review to help confirm accurate reporting and support gross profit analysis.
• Assist with internal and external audit preparation by compiling reconciliations, providing transaction-level support, and responding to auditor questions during interim and year-end review periods.
• Prepare and support the filing of sales and use tax, B& O tax, and multi-state payroll tax returns while helping maintain tax codes in the accounting system to support ongoing compliance.
• Complete business surveys, census reporting, government requests, and supporting schedules needed for state and federal tax reporting requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows by documenting current procedures, recommending efficiencies, and collaborating with reporting and business intelligence resources to refine financial reports.
• Build working knowledge of operational and accounting systems, including Trimble Viewpoint Vista and Project Executive, to extract month-end information, support users, and maintain proper documentation practices.
• Respond to accounting questions from internal stakeholders, communicate findings clearly, and provide backup support for other accounting functions, licensing activities, and special projects assigned by accounting leadership.
Qualifications:
• 2+ years of accounting experience in a staff accountant or similar role.• Hands-on experience with general ledger accounting, journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities.
• Knowledge of corporate tax support, sales and use tax, B& O tax, and related compliance reporting.
• Experience preparing audit support and working with auditors during internal or external review processes.
• Strong Excel skills with the ability to organize, analyze, and validate financial data.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work effectively with different personalities, and communicate professionally across teams.
• Familiarity with accounting systems such as Trimble Viewpoint Vista, Project Executive, or comparable financial software is preferred.
Compensation
$35.00-$40.00 HourlyAbout Us
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