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Senior Accountant

Seattle Search Group

Job Description

Job Description

Senior AccountantAbout the Opportunity

A growing and established organization is seeking a Senior Accountant to join its finance team. This role will play a key part in the month-end close process, financial reporting, account analysis, and operational support. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and enjoys working cross-functionally with business leaders to provide meaningful financial insights.

Key Responsibilities
  • Participate in monthly and quarterly close activities, including preparation of journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
  • Analyze financial information to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
  • Prepare management reporting packages and assist with financial statement preparation.
  • Review operating results and identify trends, fluctuations, and areas requiring additional analysis.
  • Partner with internal stakeholders to resolve accounting questions, investigate discrepancies, and improve reporting accuracy.
  • Assist with external audit requests and preparation of supporting documentation.
  • Perform balance sheet reconciliations and maintain supporting schedules for assigned accounts.
  • Contribute to process improvement initiatives designed to enhance efficiency, controls, and reporting capabilities.
  • Support special projects and ad hoc financial analyses as assigned by leadership.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
  • Approximately 3+ years of progressive accounting experience.
  • Experience in public accounting, consulting, audit, or a complex corporate accounting environment is highly desirable.
  • Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting principles.
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze financial data and communicate findings effectively.
  • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and familiarity with financial systems and reporting tools.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Self-starter with the ability to work independently and collaborate across departments.
Preferred Background
  • Experience supporting multi-entity organizations or business units.
  • Exposure to external audits and financial statement preparation.
  • Experience improving accounting processes and internal controls.
Compensation & Benefits
  • Performance-based bonus opportunity.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance.
  • Retirement savings program with employer participation.
  • Paid time off, paid holidays, and additional leave programs.
  • Employee wellness and assistance resources.
  • Professional development and career growth opportunities.
Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences.

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