Junior Accountant

Talentify; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

HSA

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Job summary

Talentify is seeking a Junior Staff Accountant to handle detailed invoice review and coding, and support general ledger reconciliations. The role also oversees primary trade accounts payable and a broad range of expense processing, maintaining vendor and stakeholder relationships.

The position is onsite in Portland, OR, with contract-to-hire potential. Ideal candidates have at least 2 years of AP-focused accounting experience and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of accounting experience with emphasis in accounts payable.
• Hands-on general ledger experience including reconciliations and journal entries.
• Proficient in invoice processing and coding, capable of handling high-volume tasks.

Responsibilities

• Review and code invoices for accuracy and completeness.
• Manage multi-state tax compliance and vendor relationships.
• Perform monthly GL reconciliations and post journal entries.
• Oversee accounts payable for vehicle fleet, buildings, and owner expenses.
• Communicate with vendors and internal teams to resolve questions.
• Assist with month-end close and expense processing.

Skills

Accounts payable

General ledger

Invoice processing

Job description

Seeking a Talented Junior Staff Accountant!

Job Description

This position handles detailed invoice review and coding, supports general ledger reconciliations and journal entries, and serves as a resource for multi-state tax compliance. The role also oversees primary trade accounts payable, credit card administration, and a wide range of expense processing, while maintaining strong relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage significant and complex expense accounts payable vendors related to the company’s vehicle fleet, leased buildings, medical and liability insurance, and owner’s expenses.
• Review monthly invoices for accuracy, completeness, and proper coding, including understanding lease commitments and vehicle registrations.
• Communicate proactively with vendors and internal teams to resolve billing questions, discrepancies, and coding issues.
• Perform monthly general ledger account reconciliations, including bank reconciliations, miscellaneous expense accounts, accounts payable and accounts receivable clearing accounts, and prepaid accounts.
• Conduct reconciliations as needed for any account involved in research or change of use, ensuring accurate and timely resolution.
• Prepare and post general ledger journal entries, including routine monthly entries and correcting entries identified during account review and reconciliation.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 2 years of accounting experience with a strong emphasis in accounts payable.
• Hands-on experience with general ledger accounting, including reconciliations and journal entries.
• Proficiency in invoice processing and coding, with the ability to handle complex and high-volume transactions.

Work Environment

The team culture is very family-oriented, with a strong emphasis on loyalty, appreciation, and employee well-being. Employees enjoy regular company outings, potlucks, and cookouts, as well as bonuses and raises tied to performance and contribution.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Portland, OR.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $29.00/hr.

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Portland,OR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 25, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.