Accounting and Payroll Specialist

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC is seeking an Accounting & Payroll Specialist in Vancouver, WA. The role focuses on owning payroll processes while supporting general accounting functions and financial reporting.

You will handle semi-monthly payroll, tax filings, and collaborate with AP/AR teams to ensure accurate financial records and timely month-end reporting. This position offers stability, visibility, and opportunities for professional growth within a collaborative organization.

Qualifications

• Experience processing payroll and supporting general accounting functions.
• Knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll taxes, and general ledger activities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting/payroll software systems.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies accurately.

Responsibilities

• Process semi-monthly payroll, audit timesheets, resolve discrepancies, and coordinate with payroll vendors.
• Prepare payroll tax filings, W-2s, 1099s, and required state and federal reporting.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, including invoice processing and reconciliations.
• Record journal entries, maintain general ledger accuracy, and assist with month-end reporting.
• Prepare financial reports and support internal departments with accounting-related inquiries.

Skills

Payroll

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

General ledger

Financial reporting

Microsoft Excel

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Accounting & Payroll Specialist

Target Compensation: $65,000–$75,000 annually

Location: Vancouver, WA

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Payroll is the primary focus of the role, providing ownership of a critical function that impacts the entire organization.
• Gain hands-on exposure to accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and financial reporting.
• Work in a collaborative environment with strong visibility across multiple departments.
• Opportunity for either direct hire or temp-to-perm placement based on candidate preference and fit.
• Stable organization offering a diverse workload and long-term career growth potential.

Key Responsibilities for the Accounting & Payroll Specialist

• Process semi-monthly payroll, audit timesheets, resolve discrepancies, and coordinate with payroll vendors.
• Prepare payroll tax filings, W-2s, 1099s, and required state and federal reporting.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, including invoice processing and reconciliations.
• Record journal entries, maintain general ledger accuracy, and assist with month-end reporting.
• Prepare financial reports and support internal departments with accounting-related inquiries.

Qualifications for the Accounting & Payroll Specialist

• Experience processing payroll and supporting general accounting functions.
• Knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll taxes, and general ledger activities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting/payroll software systems.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies accurately.