Staff Accountant, Robert Half

Robert Half

Location:
United States, Portland

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

A detail-oriented Staff Accountant role in Portland, Oregon, focused on maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring compliance with accounting standards while fostering team collaboration and operational efficiency.

Job Responsibility:

Oversee full-cycle accounts payable processes, ensuring timely and accurate payments
Prepare and post general ledger entries while assisting with the month-end close procedures
Manage firm credit card accounts and perform monthly reconciliations of receipts
Support year-end tax preparation activities, including the generation of 1099 forms
Reconcile bank statements and promptly address any discrepancies identified
Provide assistance to colleagues, vendors, and clients by responding to inquiries regarding accounts and procedures
Evaluate existing procedures and recommend improvements to enhance the firm's accounting operations
Serve as backup support for the Accounts Receivable Coordinator and Payroll Coordinator as needed
Conduct research and contribute to special projects as assigned
Collaborate effectively within a team environment, fostering a spirit of cooperation and shared goals

Requirements:

Strong communication skills and analytical problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to adapt to a dynamic work environment
Proven ability to maintain confidentiality when handling proprietary and sensitive information
Hands-on experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger accounting and reporting
Minimum of 5 years of recent and relevant accounting experience
law firm experience preferred but not required
Exceptional attention to detail, demonstrating accuracy and thoroughness in all tasks
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with accounting software
experience with specific firm software preferred but not required
Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
Ability to meet strict deadlines while maintaining regular and predictable attendance

Nice to have:

Law firm experience
experience with specific firm software

What we offer:

Medical insurance
vision insurance
dental insurance
life insurance
disability insurance
401(k) plan
free online training

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
June 19, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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