Sr. Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support critical accounting operations for a Contract position based in Tumwater, Washington. This role will play a key part in maintaining accurate financial records, managing close activities, and ensuring balance sheet integrity through detailed reconciliation work. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities:
• Lead monthly closing activities by preparing schedules, reviewing account activity, and helping ensure timely completion of financial reporting tasks.
• Maintain the general ledger with a high level of accuracy by recording and reviewing financial transactions across assigned accounts.
• Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate support, ensuring transactions are properly classified and documented.
• Perform detailed account reconciliations to identify discrepancies, resolve outstanding items, and strengthen financial accuracy.
• Complete bank reconciliations on a recurring basis and investigate variances between bank records and internal balances.
• Analyze accounting data and account fluctuations to support reporting accuracy and improve overall control of financial information.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to gather required documentation, clarify account activity, and support accounting deadlines.• Proven experience in a senior-level accounting role with hands-on responsibility for core accounting processes.
• Strong working knowledge of month-end close procedures and general ledger management.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare journal entries and maintain thorough supporting documentation.
• Experience performing account reconciliations and researching variances independently.
• Solid background in completing bank reconciliations with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities within established timelines.
• Proficiency with standard accounting systems and spreadsheet tools used for financial analysis and reporting.