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Robert Half Staff Accountant in Kent, Washington
Description
There's currently a long-term contract / temporary to hire position available for an experienced Staff Accountant with Robert Half. The Staff Accountant is responsible for preparing monthly and year-end closings, journal entries, fixed asset maintenance, bank reconciliation, and general ledger reconciliation. During the monthly close, many aspects of internal reporting will be your responsibility. You will promote the development and implementation of accounting policies. In addition, you will participate in compliance, review schedules for the reporting processes, and work alongside our external auditors for quarterly reviews and annual audits. This position is very involved as it will produce Financial Statements, Cash Flow projections, and Budgets. Based in the Kent, Washington region, this company offers an engaging and multi-faceted opportunity where effort is rewarded.
What you get to do every day
Prepare monthly balance sheet and income statement analyses for management reporting
Ad-hoc reporting and special projects, as requested
Commentate on a wide variety of financial data and communicate it in a useful and understandable manner
Assist in the month end, quarter end and year end closing process including monthly financial close workbook preparation
Carry out month end close, journal entries, without supervision
Maintain capital lease and monthly payment schedules
Be a part of various department-wide initiatives
Assist in implementation, maintenance and adherence to internal controls and accounting procedures ensuring compliance with GAAP
Prepare complex journal entries and account reconciliations including but not limited to cash, prepaid expenses and payroll
Requirements
3+ years of recent and relevant accounting experience
Ability to prioritize work and balance multiple projects and deadlines
Knowledgeable of ERP systems
Strong organizational, written and verbal communication skills required
Proficient with spreadsheets and databases
BA/BS or equivalent in Accounting, Finance or Economics
Proven knowledge of Month-End Closing
Journal entries experience desired
Well-founded grasp of Account Reconciliation
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