We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support one of our clients in Canby, Oregon on a Contract basis. This role supports day-to-day accounting operations with a strong emphasis on accounts payable, journal entries, reconciliations, and spreadsheet analysis. The ideal candidate brings solid technical accounting knowledge, works comfortably across multiple systems, and can contribute ideas that improve accuracy and efficiency.
Responsibilities:
- Manage high-volume invoice processing, accurately entering and reviewing accounts payable invoices each month.
- Prepare and post journal entries related to routine accounting activity, including bank fees, internal allocations, and account corrections.
- Assist with account reconciliations and help resolve discrepancies by analyzing supporting documentation and financial records.
- Review spreadsheets and financial reports to identify trends, validate calculations, and support informed decision-making.
- Support work order closeout activities and help maintain accurate financial tracking for operational projects.
- Contribute to project costing efforts, with preference for experience related to construction or similar project-based environments.
- Work across several accounting and operational systems, using strong technical aptitude to maintain accurate and timely processing.
- Provide backup support for payroll tasks as needed in coordination with other team members.
- Help train and onboard a new employee by sharing process knowledge and assisting with transition of day-to-day responsibilities.
- Experience in staff accounting with hands-on responsibility for general ledger activity, journal entries, and accounts payable processing.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, formulas, and the ability to interpret complex spreadsheets.
- Strong understanding of account reconciliations and the ability to investigate and resolve variances effectively.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy in a deadline-driven environment.
- Comfort using several software platforms at once and adapting quickly to new accounting tools and systems.
- Clear communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Experience with project costing or construction-related accounting is preferred.
- Prior exposure to payroll support is a plus.