About this opportunity
Preg O'Donnell & Gillett PLLC lists this Accounting Assistant opportunity in city of seattle, Washington. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Preg O'Donnell & Gillett is a Pacific Northwest litigation firm representing clients in Washington, Oregon and Alaska. We are committed to delivering exceptional client service through a collaborative, specialized approach. To support our continued success, we are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to join our team.
The Accounting Assistant plays a vital role in maintaining the financial health and operational efficiency of the firm. This position is responsible for accounts payable, banking and trust account reconciliations, regulatory compliance, and financial reporting support. The ideal candidate thrives in a professional environment, enjoys solving problems, and takes pride in ensuring accuracy and accountability in financial operations.
You will work closely with firm leadership, accounting staff, vendors, banking partners, and external CPAs, making a meaningful contribution to the firm's success while enjoying a collaborative culture, flexible hybrid work schedule, and excellent benefits.
If you would like to know a bit more about this opportunity, or are considering applying, then please read the following job information.
What We're Looking For:
3+ years of accounting, accounts payable, or bookkeeping experience
Strong experience with bank reconciliations and financial recordkeeping
Familiarity with tax reporting requirements, including W-2s, 1099s, and state compliance filings
Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to prioritize competing deadlines and work independently
Professional communication skills and a customer-service mindset
Experience in a law firm or professional services environment is a plus
Why Join Preg O'Donnell & Gillett?
Hybrid work flexibility
Competitive compensation: $30-$35 per hour DOE
Generous PTO and 10 paid holidays
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with profit-sharing contributions
Transportation subsidy
Free on-site fitness center with showers, and towel service
Employee assistance program
Collaborative, supportive workplace focused on wellness and work-life balance
Responsibilities include but not limited to:
Accounts Payable
Processing invoices to make sure payments are correct and on time
Requesting receipt of statements from invoicing contractors or businesses when they are not provided
Processing payment runs
Matching and filing invoices and receipts
Reconciling business accounts to make sure amounts paid reflect goods and services received
Answering queries from suppliers, contractors and other business departments about accounts payable or payments made
Assist other accounting staff as needed
Banking
Check bank accounts and clear checks and deposits for operating xzgxqkn and trust accounts
Prepare and submit positive pay import of issued and approved checks
Reconcile month-end bank operating and trust accounts
Identify bank discrepancies and missing transactions
Prepare bank account reports and maintain bank statements
Special Projects and Reporting
Research tax laws for local and state regulations, B&O, tax credits, W2s and 1099s
Research and prepare documentation for charitable contributions and fixed assets
Identify applicable unclaimed property and determine state requirements
Prepare unclaimed property filing submissions for WA, OR and CA
Monitor and answer questions from state agencies and property seekers
Track and monitor employee cell phone reimbursements
Analyze, prepare and monitor PTO accrual conversion
Gather information for external CPAs for year-end financial review and tax filings
Worksite address
city of seattle, WA, 98127, US
Who can apply
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