Staff Accountant

We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join our onsite team in Olympia, Washington. In this role, you will contribute to core accounting activities, help maintain reliable financial records, and support timely reporting and close processes. This opportunity is well suited for an accounting specialist with strong attention to detail, strong technical knowledge, confidence with Excel, and practical experience using AccuFund in a structured environment.

Responsibilities:
• Manage day-to-day ledger activity and keep accounting records accurate, complete, and up to date.
• Create and record journal entries while ensuring transactions are properly supported and coded.
• Reconcile bank accounts and balance sheet accounts each month, researching and resolving variances promptly.
• Support monthly and annual closing cycles by preparing schedules, reviewing balances, and assisting with reporting tasks.
• Examine financial information for inconsistencies and investigate issues to maintain data accuracy.
• Prepare documentation, backup schedules, and recurring reports used for internal review and financial oversight.
• Provide assistance with payable and receivable processes when needed to help maintain smooth accounting operations.
• Follow established accounting policies, reporting standards, and internal control practices across assigned work.
• Respond to audit-related requests by gathering records and supplying clear supporting documentation.
• Partner with internal teams to address accounting questions and improve the resolution of transaction issues.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field.

• At least 3 years of progressively responsible accounting experience.

• Practical, hands-on experience using AccuFund is REQUIRED

• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, complex formulas, and data analysis for reporting purposes.

• Solid knowledge of general accounting principles, financial reporting, and account reconciliation procedures.

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to stay organized while handling multiple deadlines.

• Clear written and verbal communication skills for working effectively with internal stakeholders.

• Experience in nonprofit, government, or fund accounting environments is preferred; audit support experience is also valued.

Compensation

$70,000.00-$85,000.00 Yearly

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