Finance Clerk

Description

We are looking for a Finance Clerk to provide hands-on support across accounting operations on-site in Seattle, Washington. This Contract position is well suited to someone who is highly organized, attentive to detail, and comfortable learning new processes in a fast-paced environment. The person in this role will help maintain accurate financial records, support year-end activities, and work closely with internal teams to keep documentation complete and audit-ready.

Responsibilities:

- Manage 1099 preparation by collecting W-9 forms, reviewing vendor data for accuracy, and resolving missing or incomplete tax information.

- Compile payment details and supporting schedules for 1099 reporting, escalating coding or classification issues for review when needed.

- Assist with year-end close activities by gathering AP and AR documentation, organizing accrual support, and preparing records for audit requests.

- Support inventory counting activities at year end by coordinating count materials, recording results, and helping investigate quantity differences.

- Maintain sales tax exemption documentation by tracking customer certificates, following up on exceptions, and uploading records to the appropriate system.

- Provide backup assistance for accounts payable and accounts receivable tasks, including invoice entry, billing support, and document filing.

- Communicate with vendors, customers, and internal departments to obtain required records and ensure finance files remain current and complete.

- Follow established accounting procedures, retention guidelines, and documentation standards so all work is accurate, organized, and ready for review.

Requirements - Prior experience in an administrative, finance, accounting, or similar detail-focused role.

- Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, data entry, and invoice processing practices.

- Familiarity with Form 1099 support activities, including vendor record review and tax document organization.

- Experience using Oracle Fusion or another enterprise accounting system to enter, track, and maintain financial information.

- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage large volumes of documentation accurately.

- Clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with vendors, customers, and internal stakeholders.

- Ability to learn new tasks quickly, stay organized, and manage multiple priorities during busy year-end periods.

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