Seattle Search Group

Contract Accountant (4-Month Engagement)

Location:REMOTE

We are partnering with a growing organization in the Seattle area to identify a Contract Accountant for a 4-month engagement. 

This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who can step in quickly, take ownership of core accounting functions, and keep operations running smoothly during a critical period.

Key Responsibilities

Process and manage payroll

Support month-end close activities, including:

Fixed assets

Prepaid expenses

Expense reports

Commissions

Accruals

Benefits allocations

General ledger reconciliations and related tasks

Monitor sales tax and payroll tax processes (managed by third-party providers, but require oversight and follow-up)

Assist with ongoing accounting operations and ensure continuity during leave coverage

Timeline

Start: ASAP (training period before leave begins)

Duration: Approximately 4 months total

~4 weeks overlap for training

~12 weeks independent coverage

Qualifications

3+ years of accounting experience

Strong experience with month-end close and reconciliations

Payroll experience required

Comfortable working with third-party vendors (payroll, tax)

Detail-oriented and able to operate independently

Able to ramp quickly in a fast-paced environment