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Robert Half Staff Accountant in SEATTLE, Washington
Description Robert Half currently has a permanent opportunity for an experienced Staff Accountant to join their growing team. In this position, the Staff Accountant prepares journal entries, monthly and year-end closings, bank reconciliation, fixed asset maintenance and general ledger reconciliation. During the monthly close, various aspects of internal reporting will be under your responsibility. You will assist in developing and implementing accounting policies. In addition, you will participate in compliance, interact with our external auditors for quarterly reviews and annual audits, and review schedules for the reporting processes. This intricate position is involved in the production of Financial Statements, Cash Flow projections, and Budgets. This company, based in the Seattle, Washington area, offers a challenging and multi-faceted opportunity where effort is rewarded.
Your responsibilities
Assemble analyses for monthly balance sheets and income statements for management reporting
In-depth experience with month end balance sheet account reconciliations
Prepare monthly financial close workbooks to support the month end, quarter end and year end closing process
Manage schedules for monthly payments and capital lease
Perform month end close, journal entries, with minimum supervision
Prepare complex journal entries and account reconciliations including but not limited to cash, prepaid expenses and payroll
Assist in implementation, maintenance and adherence to internal controls and accounting procedures ensuring compliance with GAAP
Manage intercompany reconciliation, billings, and transactions
Participate in various department-wide initiatives
Upon request, take part in special projects and impromptu reporting
Maintain fixed asset ledgers, depreciation, and reconciliation
Analyze and coordinate a variety of financial data, and report it in a useful and understandable manner
Recurring journal entries maintenance and reconciliation Requirements - Working knowledge of spreadsheets and databases
Microsoft Excel experience required
General ledger experience desired
Skilled with ERP systems
Ability to work in a dynamic and changing environment
BA/BS or equivalent in Accounting, Finance or Economics
Ability to complete multiple tasks and projects within deadlines
Attention to detail and demonstrated ability to follow standard procedures is a requirement
Self-driven motivator who takes initiative on projects with a strong ability to understand and solve creative challenges
Mature organizational, written and verbal communication skills
Competent with spreadsheets and databases
Recent and relevant accounting experience
Accomplished in analytical, quantitative and social skills
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