Accounting Specialist Job at Robert Half (Lakewood)

Accounting Specialist

Robert Half

Location:
United States , Lakewood

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

75000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

We are looking for an experienced, detail-oriented accounting specialist to join our team in Lakewood, Washington and support essential payables and payroll operations. This position is ideal for someone who works well in a hands-on environment, manages deadlines with care, and values accuracy across financial processes. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to a stable, growing organization while partnering with accounting and HR on day-to-day administrative and reporting needs.

Job Responsibility:

Oversee the full accounts payable cycle, including reviewing invoices, assigning accurate coding, and securing proper approvals before payment
Compare purchase orders, vendor billing, and receiving records to confirm charges are correct and fully supported
Execute regular payment processing through checks, electronic payments, and wire transfers while meeting established deadlines
Investigate vendor statement issues, resolve billing discrepancies, and maintain complete supplier documentation for tax reporting purposes
Process weekly and biweekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees, ensuring earnings, deductions, overtime, bonuses, and garnishments are calculated correctly
Maintain payroll and employee records in compliance with federal and Washington state requirements, including year-end payroll support and reporting
Assist with month-end accounting activities such as reconciliations, journal support, and coordination of accounts payable balances
Provide basic HR administrative support by entering new employee information, updating records, and handling employee status changes within payroll-related systems
Prepare payroll and financial reports for internal leadership and audit requests while safeguarding confidential information
Contribute in an on-site, fast-paced setting that may require occasional overtime to support business needs and processing deadlines

Requirements:

At least 2 years of experience in accounts payable, payroll, or a combination of both responsibilities
Working knowledge of payroll compliance requirements, including wage calculations, deductions, and applicable employment regulations
Experience using accounting or payroll software, with QuickBooks familiarity strongly preferred
Intermediate Excel skills, including the ability to work with formulas and pivot tables
Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet recurring deadlines
Discretion when handling sensitive payroll, employee, and financial information
Construction industry experience is preferred, and exposure to certified payroll or union payroll is a plus
An associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred

Nice to have:

Construction industry experience
Exposure to certified payroll or union payroll

What we offer:

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k) plan with a match
10 days of paid vacation per calendar year
5 days of paid sick leave per calendar year
9 paid holidays per calendar year

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 05, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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