Job Description
Job Description
We are looking for a skilled Accountant to join our team in Gig Harbor, Washington. In this long-term contract position, you will play a vital role in managing financial processes, ensuring compliance, and supporting audit preparation. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with government accounting experience and strong technical skills.
Responsibilities:
• Prepare detailed schedules and documentation required for state auditors.
• Oversee and ensure proper accounting for capital assets.
• Perform general ledger maintenance, journal entries, and bank reconciliations.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
• Collaborate with auditors to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
• Support payroll transitions and integrations, including Paylocity.
• Analyze financial data to identify discrepancies and recommend solutions.
• Maintain compliance with municipal accounting regulations and standards.
• Proven experience in accounting, preferably within a government or municipal setting.
• Proficiency in Springbrook and Paylocity software is strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivable processes.
• Familiarity with lease reporting standards and capital asset accounting.
• Ability to prepare schedules and documentation for audits.
• Experience with software setup and optimization, particularly in accounting systems.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities to work with auditors and team members.