Staff Accountant

CFS

Seattle, WA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$58,240–$70,720
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounts Payable, Balance Sheet, Billing, Depreciation, Documentation, Finance, Financial Control, Financial Operations, Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, Grant Administration/Management, Head of Finance, Journal Entries, Microsoft Excel, Operational Support, Pivot Tables, Project/Program Management, Reconciliation, Recruiting/Staffing Agency, Spreadsheets, Team Player, Time Management, United States Department of Energy (DOE), Vlookups
LOCATION
Seattle, WA
POSTED
6 days ago

Staff Accountant
Worksite: South Seattle, on-site
Salary Range: $58,240 - $70,720 DOE

Are you an experienced accounting professional with a passion for contributing to a meaningful mission? Our client is seeking a Staff Accountant to join their Finance Department in South Seattle. This on-site position offers the opportunity to support impactful financial operations and develop your career within a highly respected organization. If you excel in accounting functions, grant management, and financial reporting, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Overview of the Staff Accountant Role:

As a Staff Accountant, you will play an essential role in ensuring the financial integrity of our client’s operations. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Preparing accurate and timely monthly financial statements, including journal entry input and the formatting of balance sheet and revenue statements on spreadsheet forms.
  • Maintaining detailed documentation and explanations for all journal entries.
  • Managing accounts payable, performing bank reconciliations, and handling asset-related transactions.
  • Understanding and applying depreciation methods, as well as managing debits and credits.
  • Managing special projects and other duties as assigned by the Controller or Chief Financial Officer.

Preferred Qualifications for the Staff Accountant:

To excel in this role, the ideal candidate will bring the following qualifications and skills:

  • A degree in accounting or a related field.
  • Previous general accounting experience. Familiarity with grant-related accounting is a plus.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, and HLOOKUPs.
  • Experience with Workday is highly desirable.
  • Strong ability to compile, interpret, and utilize financial data effectively.

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established organization dedicated to making a positive impact in the community. Known for their commitment to excellence, they have been recognized with several prestigious awards, underscoring their reputation as a top-tier employer and service provider. Their work is driven by a mission to empower and uplift the communities they serve, making this an incredible opportunity to align your professional skills with a meaningful cause.

Why Join Our Client’s Team?

This position is an excellent opportunity to:

  • Be part of a dynamic and mission-driven organization.
  • Work in a collaborative environment that values innovation and excellence.
  • Gain exposure to impactful financial operations, including grant invoicing and agency reporting.
  • Develop your skills and advance your career in a supportive workplace.

Timing Is Everything

Whether you are actively searching or passively considering new opportunities, we want to connect with you. Our recruitment agency specializes in matching accounting and finance professionals with roles tailored to their expertise. Many of our opportunities are not publicly posted.

If this Staff Accountant position resonates with you, or if you would like to learn about other exciting opportunities, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We look forward to helping you take the next step in your career!



MaxSalary: USD70720
MinSalary: USD58240

About the Company

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CFS

Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know.

CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities.

Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
FOUNDED
1994
WEBSITE
http://www.cfstaffing.com/