Sr. Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support key accounting operations for a long-term contract opportunity in Seattle, Washington. This role focuses on maintaining accurate financial records, overseeing critical close activities, and ensuring balance sheet and cash accounts are properly reconciled. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:
• Lead monthly close activities by preparing and reviewing accounting records to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Maintain the general ledger by recording financial activity and verifying that entries align with accounting standards and internal controls.
• Prepare and post journal entries with supporting documentation, ensuring completeness and accuracy across reporting periods.
• Perform detailed account reconciliations to identify discrepancies, resolve variances, and maintain reliable financial data.
• Complete bank reconciliations on a regular basis and investigate outstanding items to confirm cash balances are accurate.
• Analyze financial transactions and account activity to support reporting accuracy and compliance with established procedures.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to gather required information, clarify accounting issues, and support period-end deliverables.• Strong hands-on experience managing month-end close processes in an accounting environment that requires attention to detail.
• Solid knowledge of general ledger accounting and the ability to maintain accurate financial records.
• Proven ability to prepare journal entries and validate supporting documentation with a high degree of accuracy.
• Experience performing account reconciliations and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Background in bank reconciliations with attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines and work effectively in a fast-paced setting.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.