• Staff Accountant

    Robert Half Finance & Accounting (Seattle, WA)


    Description

    We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Seattle, Washington. This role involves managing a variety of accounting functions, including grant and contract billing, month-end close activities, and account reconciliations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills and the ability to work collaboratively across departments to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance.

    Responsibilities:

    • Prepare and submit grant and contract billings, ensuring all required supporting documentation is included.

    • Monitor compliance with financial terms of grants and contracts and address any discrepancies.

    • Collaborate with department leads to obtain necessary approvals for invoices prior to submission.

    • Respond promptly to inquiries from funders and internal program managers regarding financial matters.

    • Record monthly banking transactions, including checking, savings, and investment accounts, as part of the month-end close process.

    • Perform monthly reconciliations of assigned balance sheet accounts to ensure accuracy.

    • Provide data and prepare schedules for annual financial audits, 401k audits, and tax filings.

    • Order and manage office supplies, including securing necessary purchase approvals.

    • Serve as a backup for other accounting functions by cross-training in key responsibilities.

    • Participate in quarterly audits of health insurance programs and assist with client assistance fund applications and payments.

     

    The pay rate for this position is $29/hr to $39/hr.

    Benefits:

    Medical/Dental

     

    Life and AD& D insurance

     

    Long Term Disability

    401k with match

    3 weeks PTO

    15 holidays (including the 4 days between Christmas and New Year) + 2 personal days

    96 hours sick time

     

    Requirements • Proficiency in accounting software such as NetSuite, Oracle, QuickBooks, or SAP.

     

    • Strong knowledge of accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), and general ledger processes.

    • Experience with bank reconciliations and journal entry preparation.

    • Familiarity with grant and non-profit accounting practices.

    • Demonstrated ability to manage month-end close activities effectively.

    • Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and financial reporting.

    • Excellent organizational and communication skills for collaborating across teams.

     

    Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

     

    Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

     

    All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

     

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