Staff Accountant: 1st Shift Monday - Friday 7:00am-3:30pm

Skills Inc.•Auburn, WA

51d•$27 - $31

About The Position

Skills Inc., one of Washington State's largest aerospace suppliers offers world-class, competitively-priced products and services which exceed customer's requirements for rigorous standards and excellence. We are a fully integrated, self-funded non-profit with a social mission to train, employ and serve persons with disabilities and our community. As part of our recent growth, we are seeking an experienced Staff Accountant to join our team. The ideal candidate will perform general accounting, payroll, and cost accounting duties in order to keep records of financial transactions for the organization.

Requirements

Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and practices.
Solid understanding of GAAP and accounting principles.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems (experience with Visual preferred).
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to read, write, communicate, and/or follow written and verbal instructions in English.
Ability to communicate in English through voice, American Sign Language, or adaptive technology.
The responsibilities of this position may require an individual to access and hold in confidence certain information. This means that information and/or documentation acquired about employees, suppliers, customers, business practices, and all other related information remains confidential.
Associate's degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; or
Six (6) months to one (1) year related experience and / or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Due to Skills Inc.'s participation in the defense industry, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requires that access to sensitive information and material pertaining to defense and military related technologies may only be accessed, viewed or shared by US Persons as defined by law.
A "US Person" can be a US citizen; a lawful permanent legal resident or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or asylee.
Ability to lift or move 10 lbs regularly and up to 25 lbs occasionally.
Ability to sit constantly, walk frequently, and stand occasionally throughout the workday.
Ability to reach with hands and arms; use hands to communicate or use keyboard.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to focus.
Occasional use of industry standard personal protective equipment (PPE) required.
Occasional exposure to indoor manufacturing environment.
Occasional exposure to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.
Occasional exposure to moderate noise.

Nice To Haves

Experience with payroll processing and/or inventory accounting strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and adjustments in accordance with GAAP.
Reconcile balance sheet accounts, including cash, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and other general ledger accounts.
Assist with biweekly payroll processing, including validating time entries, reconciling payroll reports, and ensuring accurate recording of payroll expenses, taxes, and benefits.
Maintain payroll-related records and respond to employee payroll inquiries as needed.
Support the inventory accounting process, including cycle counts, reconciliations, and investigation of variances.
Maintain and monitor fixed asset records, including additions, disposals, and depreciation.
Assist with month-end and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
Prepare documentation for external auditors and support annual audits.
Assist with the preparation of internal financial statements, schedules, and management reports.
Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and applicable regulations.
Support process improvements and efficiencies within the accounting and finance functions.
Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned.