Staff Accountant

KPFF Consulting Engineers is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our Shared Services team in our Downtown Seattle office. This role is a key contributor to the day-to-day accounting operations that support the financial health of the firm, with a strong emphasis on accounts payable and month-end close activities. You’ll play a critical role in maintaining accuracy and momentum across high-volume workflows, while also supporting general ledger accounting, tax compliance, and internal reporting. Beyond core responsibilities, this role supports cross-functional collaboration with Project Cost Accountants and contributes to process improvements across the accounting function. You’ll have the opportunity to build technical expertise, take ownership of your work, and support a team that values accuracy, accountability, and continuous learning. What You’ll Do You’ll support the Shared Services Accounting team by contributing to core accounting functions and helping ensure accurate, timely financial information across the organization. Core Accounting Operations Process a high volume of vendor invoices and employee expense reports with accurate general ledger (GL) coding  Resolve invoice discrepancies and respond to internal and external accounts payable (AP) inquiries  Assist with check runs, ACH payments, and payment reconciliation processes  Record customer payments and cash deposits accurately and in a timely manner  Support accounts receivable (AR) reconciliations and assist with follow-up on outstanding balances  Month-End Close & General Ledger Prepare and post journal entries to support month-end and year-end close Perform general ledger account reconciliations and investigate variances Assist in preparing internal financial reports and supporting financial analysis Taxes & Compliance Assist with state and local tax filings, including use tax and B&O tax Maintain compliance documentation, registrations, and required licenses Team Support & Collaboration Support and collaborate with Project Cost Accountants on accounting procedures and systems  Serve as a resource for coding questions and contribute to process improvement efforts  Assist with onboarding and training efforts, including sharing knowledge and supporting team learning initiatives  Partner with team members to improve workflows, accuracy, and overall efficiency    Who You Are You’re a detail-oriented accounting professional who enjoys working across a variety of accounting functions. You take ownership of your work, stay organized in high-volume environments, and are proactive in identifying what needs to get done. You’re naturally curious, eager to learn, and comfortable asking questions to deepen your understanding. You’re also willing to step in, support others, and contribute to team efforts, whether that’s helping a teammate, sharing knowledge, or improving a process. Qualifications: 3–6 years of experience in a staff or general accounting role, preferably in a high-volume environment  Working knowledge of GAAP and general ledger accounting  Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, journal entries, and reconciliations  Strong systems skills, including intermediate to advanced Excel (experience with tools like Power Query is a plus)  Basic understanding of tax concepts (e.g., sales/use tax, B&O tax) is a plus  Ability to manage multiple priorities and follow through with accuracy  Clear communication skills and a collaborative mindset  Work Environment & Physical Considerations Work is performed in a standard office environment Regular use of a computer and virtual communication tools Occasional lifting of up to 15 lbs This is an in-office role based in downtown Seattle with flexible hours between 7:00 am and 5:00 pm Why You’ll Love Working Here KPFF is a people-first, engineer-led firm built on trust, autonomy, and share ... (truncated, view full listing at source)