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Robert Half Staff Accountant in Tacoma, Washington
Description
Robert Half is offering a permanent position for a skilled Staff Accountant to join their dynamic, rapidly-growing team. As a Staff Accountant, you will be in charge of preparing 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 put your skills towards the development and implementation of accounting policies. Also, 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. Located in the Tacoma, Washington area, this position is a challenging, multi-faceted opportunity to work for a company that recognizes and rewards hard work. With an easy and casual work environment, great office, and growth potential - this opportunity is a great Staff Accountant role for someone looking to grow!
What you get to do every single day
Assist in the month end, quarter end and year end closing process including monthly financial close workbook preparation
Handle intercompany transactions, billings, and reconciliation
Maintain, implement, and adhere to internal controls. Also ensure that accounting procedures comply with GAAP
Produce journal entries and perform the month end close under minimal supervision
Periodic maintenance and reconciliation of journal entries
Organize and review various financial data, then report it in a manner that is useful and understandable
Upon request, take part in special projects and impromptu reporting
Produce analyses for monthly balance sheets and income statements for reporting by management
Partake in a variety of department-wide initiatives
Arrange schedules for capital lease and monthly payments
Become well-versed in month end balance sheet account reconciliations
Maintain depreciation, fixed asset ledgers, and reconciliation
Prepare complex journal entries and account reconciliations including but not limited to cash, prepaid expenses and payroll
Requirements - Experience working in a dynamic and changing company environment a plus
BA/BS or equivalent in Accounting, Finance or Economics
Ability to work within spreadsheets and databases
Fully formed organizational, written and verbal communication skills
Recent and relevant accounting experience
Ability to handle multiple projects within strict deadlines
Skilled in analytical, quantitative and social skills
Proficient with spreadsheets and databases
Attention to detail and demonstrated ability to follow standard procedures is a requirement
Deep understanding of Accounts Receivable (AR)
Proven knowledge of bookkeeping
Experience with Full Cycle Payroll
Automated Payroll experience preferred
Expertise in Accounts Payable (AP)
Comprehensive knowledge of general ledger
Experience with ERP systems
Self-starter and strong ethical standards
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