Washington Staffing
Senior Accountant Position
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Edmonds, Washington. This role is ideal for a finance expert with strong expertise in accrual accounting and a proven ability to navigate complex reporting and reconciliation tasks. You will play a pivotal role in managing financial operations, supporting audits, and ensuring accurate reporting.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee month-end close processes, including preparing and reviewing journal entries and general ledger reconciliations.
- Perform bank and account reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy and compliance.
- Support audit activities by providing comprehensive financial documentation and analysis.
- Assist with budget modifications, collaborating with departments to refine financial data and address shortfalls.
- Manage property tax reporting and calculations, including preparing for public votes on rate increases.
- Provide guidance and training to the accounting team to improve performance and ensure accurate reporting.
- Utilize Tyler Technologies Munis software to streamline financial processes and reporting.
- Ensure compliance with accrual accounting principles, addressing discrepancies as needed.
- Develop and maintain detailed financial reports tailored to organizational needs.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounting, with a focus on accrual accounting.
- Proficiency in month-end close processes, including general ledger and journal entries.
- Strong skills in bank and account reconciliations.
- Experience with Tyler Technologies Munis software is highly preferred.
- Ability to support audits and provide detailed financial documentation.
- Familiarity with budget preparation and financial reporting.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
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