Sr. Accountant

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support key accounting operations for a Contract position based in Oregon City, Oregon. This role will focus on maintaining accurate financial records, guiding close activities, and ensuring reporting integrity across core accounting functions. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge along with hands-on experience in reconciliations, journal entries, and grant-related financial oversight. Responsibilities: • Lead monthly close activities by preparing schedules, reviewing account activity, and helping ensure financial results are recorded on time. • Maintain the general ledger by analyzing transactions, posting adjustments, and preserving the accuracy of account balances. • Prepare and review journal entries with supporting documentation to ensure completeness and compliance with accounting standards. • Perform detailed reconciliations for balance sheet accounts and resolve discrepancies through timely research and follow-up. • Complete bank reconciliations by comparing cash activity to financial records and identifying any variances that require correction. • Support accounting for grants and public funding by tracking expenditures, reviewing allowability, and maintaining proper financial documentation. • Monitor financial activity tied to government grants and contracts to help ensure reporting aligns with funding requirements. • Assist with audit preparation and provide schedules, reconciliations, and backup materials requested during financial reviews. • Demonstrated experience in senior-level accounting work with strong knowledge of month-end close processes. • Proficiency in general ledger maintenance, journal entry preparation, and account reconciliation. • Hands-on experience completing bank reconciliations and researching variances independently. • Background in grant accounting, including financial tracking for government grants or federally funded programs. • Familiarity with accounting requirements related to government contracts and regulated funding sources. • Strong analytical skills with close attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in financial reporting. • Ability to organize multiple deadlines, manage priorities effectively, and communicate clearly with stakeholders. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.