Bookkeeper / Administrative Assistant

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 54,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Professional development

Collaborative workplace culture

Job summary

Creative Financial Staffing seeks a detail-oriented Bookkeeper / Administrative Assistant in the Portland area to join the team. This role blends accounting, bookkeeping, administrative support, and project coordination responsibilities in an onsite setting.

The position supports operations with accurate financial records, payroll-related accounting, and cross-functional project work while collaborating with internal teams.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of bookkeeping or accounting experience.
• Experience with QuickBooks and proficiency in Excel, Office and Google Workspace.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and support month-end processes, including financial statements.
• Record payroll journal entries, review payroll activity, and assist with payroll accounting.
• Perform account and credit card reconciliations and GL accounting activities.
• Monitor cash balances, process ACH and wire payments, and facilitate bank transfers.
• Assist with fixed asset tracking, year-end close, audits, tax documentation, and 1099 reporting.
• Compile financial data and prepare accounting reports for leadership.

Skills

Attention to detail

Confidential information handling

Written and verbal communication

Tools

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Bookkeeper / Administrative Assistant

Location: Portland Metro Area, OR (Training in multiple office locations)
Work Model: Onsite
Pay Range: $54,000 – $58,000 annually

About the Opportunity

Our client, a well-established and growing organization in the Portland area, is seeking a detail-oriented Bookkeeper / Administrative Assistant to join their team. This unique role blends accounting, bookkeeping, administrative support, and project coordination responsibilities, making it an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys variety in their workday.

This position is ideal for an accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys supporting operations, and wants to play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records while contributing to organizational projects and initiatives.

Why Join / Company Highlights

• Stable and growing organization with a collaborative team environment
• Diverse role offering exposure to bookkeeping, accounting operations, and administrative functions
• Opportunity to develop skills across accounting, financial reporting, and business operations

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and support month-end accounting processes, including preparation of financial statements and financial reporting
• Record payroll journal entries, review payroll activity, and assist with payroll-related accounting functions
• Perform account reconciliations, credit card reconciliations, and support general ledger (GL) accounting activities
• Monitor cash balances, process ACH and wire payments, facilitate bank transfers, and resolve payment discrepancies
• Assist with fixed asset tracking, year-end close activities, audit support, tax preparation documentation, and 1099 reporting
• Compile financial data and prepare accounting reports for leadership as needed
• Provide administrative, technology, and project support to internal teams while assisting with special projects and operational initiatives

Qualifications

• 2+ years of bookkeeping, accounting, or staff accountant experience with strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting
• Experience with QuickBooks and proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and accounting software systems
• Strong attention to detail, ability to manage confidential information, and excellent written and verbal communication skills

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Professional development opportunities
• Collaborative and supportive workplace culture

About CFS

Creative Financial Staffing (CFS) is an employee-owned organization dedicated to helping accounting, finance, and administrative professionals find opportunities that align with their career goals. Through our CPA Firm Foundations® initiative, we remain committed to developing and supporting top accounting and finance talent throughout their careers. As an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) company, we believe in fostering a culture of ownership, collaboration, and long-term success.

Ready to Learn More?

If you’re looking for a role where you can leverage your accounting expertise while supporting broader business operations, we’d love to connect with you.

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