Accounting Assistant - Path to Project Accountant

Absher Construction Company; Puyallup (WA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid medical premiums

Generous PTO

401(k) and ESOP

Job summary

Absher Construction Company in Puyallup seeks an Accounting Assistant to join our Accounting team. This early-career role supports payroll, accounts payable, reconciliations, and certified payroll compliance while laying a foundation to become a Project Accountant on our construction projects.

You’ll handle invoices, reconciliations, and compliance tasks in a collaborative, learning-friendly environment with opportunities to grow your skills and advance within the company.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of accounts payable, data entry, administrative accounting, or related experience.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Excel and comfort learning new technology.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accurate work.
• Ability to stay organized and manage recurring deadlines.
• Ability to work independently while communicating questions or issues proactively.
• Flexible, team-oriented approach and willingness to help where needed.
• Interest in learning and growing within the Accounting field.

Responsibilities

• Assist with reviewing, processing, and preparing vendor and credit card invoices for payment.
• Reconcile vendor and credit card statements and assist with other account reconciliations.
• Research invoice discrepancies, missing documentation, and vendor payment questions.
• Prepare and submit certified payroll reporting through Washington State L&I and LCPtracker.
• Maintain prevailing wage rates and related payroll and compliance information.
• Help collect and maintain vendor and subcontractor compliance documentation.
• Maintain accurate and organized electronic accounting and compliance records.
• Support Payroll, Accounts Payable, and Project Accounting with day-to-day needs and special projects.
• Assist with department administrative responsibilities as needed.
• Take on additional accounting responsibilities as your knowledge and experience grow.

Skills

Accounts payable

Data entry

Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Excel

LCPtracker

Viewpoint/Vista

Job description

Absher Construction Company in Puyallup seeks an Accounting Assistant to join our Accounting team. This early-career role supports payroll, accounts payable, reconciliations, and certified payroll compliance while laying a foundation to become a Project Accountant on our construction projects.

You’ll handle invoices, reconciliations, and compliance tasks in a collaborative, learning-friendly environment with opportunities to grow your skills and advance within the company.