Accounting Manager - Great Culture and Work-Life Balance with a Small, Stable Company!

Accounting Manager - Great Culture and Work-Life Balance with a Small, Stable Company! 
Location: outside of Tacoma, Washington
Salary: $110,000 - $130,000 + Generous Benefits 
Benefits: 100% Paid Employee Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, 401(k) w/match, PTO, Holidays, Dog-Friendly Office!
Job Type: Full-Time
Typical Hours: Monday- Friday, 7 AM – 4 PM PT (Flexible)
Start Date: ASAP
Sponsorship is not available

Accounting Manager Description

Our client in the home goods industry is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Accounting Manager to add to their team outside of Tacoma, Washington. In this role, you’ll oversee a team of six and manage the day-to-day accounting operations while contributing to strategic planning, budgeting, and financial analysis. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills and a talent for transforming complex financial data into actionable insights that inform key business decisions. Success in this role requires clear communication, cross-functional collaboration, and a proactive approach to cost control and process improvement. This is a great opportunity to join a stable, growing organization and make a measurable impact on its financial performance and operational success.

Accounting Manager Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Manage a team of six Accountants and AP/ AR Specialists
• Monitor cash flow and develop financial forecasts
• Maintain and reconcile inventory records and support proper inventory valuation
• Manage banking relationships and ensure adequate insurance coverage
• Review and approve customer pricing and margin proposals
• Lead the annual budgeting process and provide variance analysis
• Analyze financial data to identify areas for savings, growth, and stability
• Present recommendations to leadership
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
• Coordinate tax filings and annual audits with external accountants
• Provide financial training and support to other department leaders as needed

Accounting Manager Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 10+ years of progressive accounting experience required
• 5+ years of accounting experience within the manufacturing industry required 
• Standard costing, inventory control, and variance analysis experience required
• Advanced Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, MACROS, etc.) proficiency required 
• Must be willing to work onsite