Accountant in Portland, Oregon - #72443 | VanderHouwen

Description

Job Id: 72443

Accountant
Our client is seeking a detail-oriented accounting professional who thrives in a collaborative yet highly independent environment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys problem-solving, cross-functional communication, and balancing transactional accounting responsibilities with research and audit support. The ideal candidate is proactive, adaptable, and comfortable navigating multiple systems in a fast-paced setting.

This role is a hybrid model in Portland, Oregon.

Accountant Responsibilities

• Post daily cash activity, including ACH, wire, credit card, and lockbox transactions, while ensuring accurate reconciliation and issue resolution.
• Process accounts payable, revenue, and system interface transactions across multiple accounting platforms.
• Prepare journal entries, month-end balancing, verification reporting, and accounts receivable adjustments.
• Support audit and year-end activities by gathering documentation, compiling schedules, and assisting with financial research.
• Partner with internal teams across the organization to investigate discrepancies, resolve accounting issues, and provide ad hoc analysis.

Accountant Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field and/or hands-on experience in general accounting, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, journal entries, and reconciliations.
• Strong Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, and working with financial data sets.
• Experience using ERP or accounting systems; comfort learning and navigating multiple platforms is required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, particularly when researching discrepancies and resolving exceptions.
• Self-directed work style with excellent communication skills and a proactive, team-oriented approach.

Compensation: $32/hr.

VanderHouwen Contractors Enjoy Exceptional Benefit Perks!
As an eligible contract employee with VanderHouwen, you’ll have access to a full suite of benefits designed with your well-being in mind. Our comprehensive package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and a matching 401(k) to help secure your future.

Meet VanderHouwen
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VanderHouwen is an award-winning, Women & Diversity-Owned, WBENC certified professional staffing firm. Founded in 1987, VanderHouwen places experienced professionals across the nation! Our recruitment teams specialize in either Technology and IT, Engineering, Human Resources, or Accounting and Finance career markets. Partner with us to land your next exciting career!

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