Accountant

Accountant (Contract-to-Hire)

Location: Remote (Pacific Northwest-based candidates preferred)

Job Type: Contract-to-Hire (Approximately 2 Months)

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Compensation: $32.50-$38.60/hour,

About the Opportunity

Our client is seeking an experienced Accountant to join their collaborative accounting team in a fully remote, contract-to-hire opportunity. This role will support day-to-day accounting operations with a strong emphasis on accounts payable processing, reconciliations, expense reporting, and month-end close activities.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, comfortable working independently, and brings a strong background in accounts payable and general accounting functions within a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Review, process, and post vendor invoices and payment requests

• Manage approximately 50 invoices per week while ensuring accuracy and proper approvals

• Review and reconcile weekly and monthly corporate credit card transactions

• Process employee expense reports and per diem-related transactions

• Perform account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies

• Prepare and record journal entries

• Assist with month-end close activities and financial reporting

• Maintain accurate accounts payable and accounts receivable records

• Monitor account activity and resolve billing or payment issues

• Support audit requests and accounting documentation requirements

• Generate reports and identify opportunities for process improvements and stronger internal controls

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external vendors to resolve accounting issues

Qualifications

• 5+ years of accounting or accounts payable experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered

• Experience processing high-volume accounts payable transactions

• Prior experience working with per diem expenses preferred

• Experience with Deltek Costpoint strongly preferred

• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs

• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills

• Ability to work independently in a remote environment

Pay Details: $32.50 to $38.60 per hour

Search managed by: Austin Pellissier

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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