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Accountant

Robert Half

Centralia, WA

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SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Software, Accounting Standards and Regulations, Administrative Skills, Budget Management, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Customer Support/Service, Data Analysis, Detail Oriented, Disability Insurance, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Expense Tracking, External Audit, Finance, Financial Reporting, Fund Accounting, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Government, Government Accounting, Government Standards, Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB), Internal Audit, Investment Analysis, Journal Entries, Legal Support Skills, Life Insurance, Maintain Compliance, Marketing, Microsoft Excel, Nonprofit, Reconciliation, Time Management, Variance Analysis
LOCATION
Centralia, WA
POSTED
Today
Description A respected government entity in Centralia is seeking a Contract Accountant to support their finance team during a transitional period. This role is ideal for someone with public sector or fund accounting experience who can step in quickly and support critical accounting functions. Key Responsibilities + Support month-end and year-end close, including journal entries and account reconciliations + Maintain and reconcile general ledger and fund accounts in accordance with government accounting standards + Assist with budget tracking, grant accounting, and expenditure monitoring + Prepare financial reports and support internal and external audit requests + Ensure compliance with GAAP and governmental accounting standards (GASB) + Review and analyze variances across funds, departments, and programs + Collaborate with internal departments to ensure accurate financial reporting Requirements 3+ years of accounting experience, preferably within government, municipality, or nonprofit settings Knowledge of fund accounting and GASB standards strongly preferred Experience with ERP/accounting systems Strong Excel skills (reconciliations, data analysis, reporting) High attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines in a structured environment Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .

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