Project Accountant

Title: Project Accountant – Financial Reporting Pay: $46-$49 per hour Type: Hybrid - Bothell, WA 98011 Bothell Washington 98011 United States Duration: 2 year contract Job Summary We are seeking a highly analytical Senior Accountant – Financial Reporting to support complex accounting operations, with a primary focus on revenue recognition, financial reporting accuracy, and compliance. This role plays a key part in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and completeness of financial data while supporting month-end close, revenue analysis, financial reporting, and continuous process improvement within a SOX-controlled environment. The ideal candidate will have strong technical accounting knowledge, experience with revenue recognition, and the ability to analyze complex financial transactions and communicate findings effectively across cross-functional teams. Key Responsibilities Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close and reporting activities, ensuring timely and accurate completion. Perform and review revenue recognition activities in accordance with applicable accounting standards and company policies. Analyze revenue transactions, contracts, and supporting documentation to ensure appropriate accounting treatment. Prepare and review account reconciliations, journal entries, schedules, and financial reporting analyses. Investigate variances and unusual fluctuations in revenue and other financial accounts and provide explanations to management. Support the preparation of financial statements, management reporting, and other accounting deliverables. Maintain accurate and complete accounting records and supporting documentation. Assist with SOX controls, including control execution, documentation, testing support, and remediation of identified deficiencies. Partner with FP&A, Revenue Operations, Legal, Sales, Accounts Receivable, and other cross-functional teams to resolve accounting and reporting issues. Support internal and external audit requests by providing documentation, analysis, and accounting support. Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting workflows, controls, and automation. Research and apply relevant accounting guidance to complex or non-routine transactions. Support ad hoc financial analysis and special projects as needed. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within financial reporting, revenue accounting, or corporate accounting. Strong understanding of revenue recognition principles, including ASC 606. Experience with month-end and quarter-end close processes. Experience preparing and reviewing journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting schedules. Experience working within a SOX-controlled environment. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail. Ability to analyze complex transactions and translate accounting requirements into practical solutions. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict reporting deadlines. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and financial/accounting systems. Preferred Qualifications CPA or progress toward CPA certification. Experience in a public company or SOX-regulated environment. Experience with ASC 606 and complex revenue arrangements. Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar platforms. Experience supporting external audits and financial statement reporting. Experience with accounting process automation and continuous improvement initiatives. #J-18808-Ljbffr