We are looking for a highly skilled and resourceful Sr Staff Accountant to join our team on a contract basis in Everett, Washington. In this role, you will play a critical part in managing and optimizing accounting processes while ensuring compliance with policies and regulations. The ideal candidate will bring technical expertise, a collaborative attitude, and innovative ideas to streamline operations and enhance efficiency.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process vendor payments, cash receipts, billings, payroll, and other transactions related to assigned duties.<br>• Review invoices, reimbursement requests, travel vouchers, and payroll for accuracy and compliance with established policies and procedures.<br>• Prepare and make bank deposits, ensuring proper handling of checks and related documentation.<br>• Enter accounting transactions into the system after verifying accuracy and completeness.<br>• Perform detailed reviews of transaction journals, control reports, and system outputs to ensure data integrity.<br>• Reconcile basic account balances and prepare financial reports as required.<br>• Respond to inquiries from staff and the public, adhering to relevant laws and organizational policies.<br>• Maintain organized records and reports in compliance with the State of Washington's retention guidelines.<br>• Provide administrative support to the Special Operations Policy Board, including invoicing, cost recovery, budget preparation, and attending board meetings.<br>• Offer suggestions for process improvements and contribute to creating department-specific standard operating procedures.