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Staff Accountant

VanderHouwen
Albany, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 8/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/26/2026
Description Job Id: 73131

Staff Accountant
Our client is looking for an Accountant who is eager to contribute, learn, and take on new challenges while working alongside a collaborative and supportive team. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to build on their accounting foundation, make an immediate impact, and grow professionally within a strong organization.

Due to the urgent nature of this hiring need only candidates currently living in Mid-Willamette and Southern Willamette Valley region will be considered.

This role is on-site in Albany, Oregon.

Staff Accountant Responsibilities

  • Support month-end close activities, including preparing journal entries, financial statements, and related account analysis.
  • Perform detailed general ledger, balance sheet, bank, and cash reconciliations to ensure accurate financial reporting.
  • Maintain accounting for fixed assets, leases, property taxes, rebates, vendor programs, and other assigned financial activities.
  • Research account discrepancies, perform financial and cost analysis, and ensure transactions are recorded accurately and timely.
  • Assist with audits, internal controls, process documentation, reporting requests, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Staff Accountant Qualifications

  • Associate degree, or Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance highly preferred.
  • 2 years of recent general ledger accounting experience required.
  • Requires recent, hands-on experience preparing journal entries, performing bank and general ledger reconciliations, and assisting with month-end and year-end close processes.
  • GAAP knowledge and a solid understanding of fundamental accounting concepts and practices.
  • Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills and experience working within an ERP or accounting system.

Salary: $60K-$75K/year. (DOE)


Benefits
Benefits are available to eligible full-time employees and include coverage for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long term disability, and matching 401k.

Meet VanderHouwen
What kind of recruiter do you see yourself working with? One who prioritizes your best interest, no matter what? VanderHouwen does, and were in it for the long game! Our recruiters focus on YOU, building meaningful, long-term relationships while developing a deep understanding of companies staffing needs and workplace cultures. This approach helps us find an ideal job match that aligns with your unique career aspirations and goals.

VanderHouwen is an award-winning, Women & Diversity-Owned, WBENC certified professional staffing firm. Founded in 1987, VanderHouwen places experienced professionals across the nation! Our recruitment teams specialize in either Technology and IT, Engineering, Human Resources, or Accounting and Finance career markets. Partner with us to land your next exciting career!

VanderHouwen is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. VanderHouwen does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state, or federal civil rights laws.

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Company Description

VanderHouwen is a premier staffing provider of technology, accounting and finance, and engineering professionals. We are experts in the industries we serve. From market trends to our extensive network, we have a finger on the pulse both regionally and nationally to meet your career or hiring needs.

VanderHouwen is a family-owned and operated Portland staffing agency established in 1987 by Kirby and Kathy VanderHouwen when the Pacific Northwest technology industry was emerging. Since then, we’ve expanded to include accounting and finance and engineering.

We speak the language of your industry to build strong, long-lasting relationships by providing employers and candidates with personalized staffing services.

Salary : $60,000 - $75,000

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