Staff Accountant in Albany, Oregon - #72232 | VanderHouwen

Description

Job Id: 72232

Staff Accountant
Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and adaptable Staff Accountant to support a blend of general ledger and multi-state tax responsibilities. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, brings strong analytical skills, and enjoys owning processes while collaborating cross-functionally. The ideal candidate is proactive, organized, and capable of balancing compliance-driven work with broader accounting responsibilities.

This role is on-site in Albany, Oregon.

Staff Accountant Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee multi-state sales and property tax reporting, including monitoring compliance and maintaining accurate records.
• Execute month-end close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations across multiple accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain fixed asset records and support property tax filings and related compliance activities.
• Partner with cross-functional teams and support audits, process improvements, and ad hoc finance projects.

Staff Accountant Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• 3+ years of accounting experience, including general ledger and month-end close support.
• Hands-on experience with sales tax processes and systems such as Avalara is preferred.
• Proficiency in Excel including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and SUMIFS and experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite, Oracle, or similar.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Salary: $60K-$75K/year. (DOE)

Benefits
Benefits are available to eligible full-time employees and include coverage for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long term disability, and matching 401k.

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