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8 results for Cost Accountant in Everett, WA

Staff Accountant
  • Kirkland, WA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 28 - 34 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations for a long-term contract opportunity in Kirkland, Washington. This position focuses on keeping financial transactions accurate, timely, and well organized across both payables and receivables activities. The ideal candidate is quick to learn new systems, exercises sound judgment, and communicates clearly when clarification or support is needed.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage a high volume of accounts payable work, including reviewing expenses, preparing payments, and maintaining accurate vendor records.</p><p>• Process incoming cash transactions and apply receipts correctly to customer accounts to keep balances current.</p><p>• Create and distribute customer invoices while helping ensure accounts receivable records remain complete and up to date.</p><p>• Prepare recurring internal reports that support daily and weekly business tracking, including sales activity, overtime summaries, and aging information.</p><p>• Assist with routine accounting tasks such as reconciling account balances and recording journal entries in the general ledger.</p><p>• Use Excel tools such as PivotTables and VLOOKUP to organize data, analyze transactions, and support reporting needs.</p><p>• Identify discrepancies, investigate issues promptly, and escalate questions when additional guidance is needed to maintain accuracy.</p>
  • 2026-05-06T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Kent, WA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 28 - 35 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half is hiring Staff Accountants to support general ledger and financial reporting activities for our local clients. These contract roles offer excellent growth potential.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare journal entries and reconcile accounts.</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close processes.</li><li>Analyze financial data and generate reports.</li><li>Support audits and compliance efforts.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-05-09T00:00:00Z
Grant Accountant
  • Langley, WA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 75000 - 107000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a Grant Accountant to support accurate financial oversight for grant-funded programs in Langley, Washington. This position plays a key role in managing grant finances, maintaining compliance with funding requirements, and delivering timely reporting to internal stakeholders and external sponsors. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to work closely with program teams to ensure sound financial stewardship.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Establish and manage grant-related accounts within the general ledger and supporting tracking records to ensure accurate financial reporting.</p><p>• Review spending activity against approved funding levels, verifying that costs are appropriate, supportable, and aligned with grant terms.</p><p>• Monitor project-level and grant-level financial activity, including expenditures, commitments, and remaining available funds.</p><p>• Apply proper expense distribution methods in accordance with award conditions, applicable regulations, and organizational accounting practices.</p><p>• Prepare reimbursement submissions and financial reports for grantors, ensuring reported figures reconcile to accounting records.</p><p>• Maintain organized grant files and supporting documentation to meet audit standards and record retention requirements.</p><p>• Assist with grant closeout activities by compiling final financial data and completing required reporting.</p><p>• Develop audit schedules, account reconciliations, and other backup materials to support internal and external reviews.</p><p>• Partner with program leaders and staff to provide guidance on grant financial procedures, compliance expectations, and budget-related questions.</p><p><br></p><p>The salary range for this position is $75,000 to $104,000.</p><p><br></p><p>Benefits:</p><p>Medical/Dental/Vision</p><p>Life insurance</p><p>401k with match</p><p>64 hours PTO</p><p>6 paid holidays</p>
  • 2026-05-01T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Renton, WA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 30 - 40 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half is hiring Senior Accountants to lead financial reporting and analysis for our local clients. These contract roles are suited for experienced accounting professionals.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee general ledger and financial statement preparation.</li><li>Lead month-end and year-end close processes.</li><li>Analyze financial data and provide strategic insights.</li><li>Support audits and regulatory compliance.</li></ul>
  • 2026-05-09T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Auburn, WA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 30 - 40 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half is hiring Senior Accountants to lead financial reporting and analysis for our local clients. These contract roles are suited for experienced accounting professionals.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee general ledger and financial statement preparation.</li><li>Lead month-end and year-end close processes.</li><li>Analyze financial data and provide strategic insights.</li><li>Support audits and regulatory compliance.</li></ul>
  • 2026-05-09T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Everett, WA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 80000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in Everett, Washington. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on our accounting operations, including project and manufacturing accounting, payroll management, and process improvement. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in financial operations, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and a commitment to enhancing organizational efficiency.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee project accounting activities, including percentage of completion calculations and related reporting.</p><p>• Manage manufacturing accounting tasks, such as inventory counts and reconciliation processes.</p><p>• Perform hands-on accounting work under the guidance of the Controller to ensure accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Assist in streamlining and centralizing accounting functions to improve workflows and efficiency.</p><p>• Handle complex payroll requirements, including overtime and industry-specific considerations.</p><p>• Maintain fixed asset records, perform account reconciliations, and manage other key accounting responsibilities.</p><p>• Collaborate with the management team to align accounting practices with business operations, especially following recent acquisitions.</p><p>• Contribute to the establishment of a robust control environment and the development of internal processes.</p><p>• Support the implementation of new systems, with a preference for candidates experienced in NetSuite.</p><p>• Identify and execute opportunities for process improvements within the accounting function.</p><p><br></p><p>The salary range for this position is $80,000 to $100,000.</p><p><br></p><p>Benefits:</p><p>M/D/V</p><p>Life and AD&amp;D insurance</p><p>STD/LTD</p><p>401k with 6% match</p><p>21.67 days PTO (sick &amp; vacation combined)</p><p>6 paid holidays + 4 floating holidays</p>
  • 2026-05-08T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Seattle, WA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 70000 - 87000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a Sr. Accountant to support accurate, compliant financial operations for a mission-driven organization in Seattle, Washington. This role oversees core accounting activities, strengthens reporting quality, and helps ensure financial records align with nonprofit and grant-related standards. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and a collaborative approach to supporting internal stakeholders.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage month-end accounting activities, including journal entry preparation, account analysis, and timely close of the general ledger.</p><p>• Prepare and review reconciliations for bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and key income statement activity to maintain reliable financial reporting.</p><p>• Support consolidated reporting by reconciling intercompany balances and confirming that statements reflect only external-facing financial activity.</p><p>• Assist with annual financial audits, tax reporting requirements such as Form 990, and reviews conducted by government agencies or funding sources.</p><p>• Apply nonprofit fund accounting principles in day-to-day work, including treatment of restricted funds, net asset activity, and related compliance obligations.</p><p>• Oversee credit card and employee expense processes, ensuring submissions, coding, and reimbursements are handled accurately and on schedule.</p><p>• Evaluate financial and operational data, identify unusual trends or discrepancies, and present findings through clear written summaries and reporting visuals.</p><p>• Serve as an accounting resource to program teams and finance support staff by offering guidance on policies, procedures, and financial best practices.</p><p>• Help maintain compliance with contractual, legal, and regulatory requirements, including standards tied to grants and Uniform Guidance.</p><p>• Build effective working relationships across departments and represent the finance function professionally with internal and external partners.</p><p><br></p><p>The salary range for this position is $70,000 to $87,000.</p><p><br></p><p>Benefits:</p><p>M/D/V</p><p>Life and Disability insurance</p><p>401k with match</p><p>3 weeks PTO</p><p>13 paid holidays</p>
  • 2026-04-30T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Coordinator
  • Auburn, WA
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 22.8 - 26.4 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Accounts Payable Coordinator to join a healthcare organization in Federal Way, Washington on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent role. This position supports day-to-day payables operations by ensuring vendor records and invoice verification activities are handled accurately and efficiently. The role also works closely with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and offshore support partners to maintain responsive service and reduce financial risk. Success in this position requires sound accounting knowledge, strong attention to detail, and a proactive approach to resolving discrepancies.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the invoice verification workflow to help ensure vendor payments and related records are processed correctly and on time.<br>• Review supplier documentation carefully, confirming that vendor information is complete, valid, and aligned with internal standards.<br>• Identify inconsistencies, unusual activity, or missing details that could create payment errors or increase the risk of fraud.<br>• Serve as a primary point of contact for vendor questions and internal inquiries, delivering accurate and timely accounting support.<br>• Create, maintain, and update supplier profiles in company systems to keep records accurate and current.<br>• Coordinate with offshore team members to support daily operations, share updates, and maintain effective communication across teams.<br>• Participate in project and process meetings, documenting key decisions and communicating important changes that affect accounts payable work.<br>• Apply knowledge of 1099 and W-9 documentation to support compliance and efficient vendor setup and payment processing.<br>• Share operational knowledge and recommend improvements that strengthen workflows and help the department run more effectively.
  • 2026-05-08T00:00:00Z