Accounting Compliance Manager

CFS; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS in Seattle (Hybrid) is seeking a highly visible accounting leader to drive compliance, reporting accuracy, audit readiness, and process improvement within a complex organization.

You will lead monthly, quarterly, and annual closes; oversee journal entries, reconciliations, and external audits; manage tax compliance including Form 990 and B&O; strengthen internal controls and support system enhancements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience in general ledger, financial reporting, and month-end close.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial statement preparation.
• Experience supporting external audits and tax compliance activities.
• CPA preferred and nonprofit/healthcare experience beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting schedules.
• Coordinate external audits and support audited financial statement preparation.
• Manage tax compliance activities, including Form 990, B&O tax reporting, and regulatory filings.
• Strengthen internal controls and identify opportunities for process improvement.
• Support financial systems enhancements, reporting development, and special finance projects.

Skills

Financial leadership

GAAP knowledge

Month-end close

Journal entries

Internal controls

Process improvement

Audits support

ERP systems

Excel (advanced)

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA certification preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Advanced Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Accounting Compliance Manager

Looking for a highly visible accounting leadership role where you can make an immediate impact? Join a collaborative finance team and help drive financial compliance, reporting accuracy, audit readiness, and process improvement within a complex organization.

Location: Seattle, Hybrid

Salary: $110,000 - $135,000 DOE

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Competitive salary with the opportunity to make an immediate impact in a key accounting leadership role
• High level of exposure to senior finance leadership and cross-functional stakeholders
• Opportunity to lead critical accounting, auditing, and compliance initiatives
• Stable, full-time position with broad responsibility across financial reporting and operations
• Ability to influence internal controls, process improvements, and reporting efficiencies
• Exposure to financial systems enhancements and technology-driven initiatives, including AI solutions
• Opportunity to strengthen accounting processes and create lasting operational improvements
• Seattle-based position working alongside a collaborative and experienced finance team

Key Responsibilities For The Accounting Compliance Manager

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting schedules
• Coordinate external audits and support audited financial statement preparation
• Manage tax compliance activities, including Form 990, B&O tax reporting, and other regulatory filings
• Strengthen internal controls and identify opportunities for process improvement
• Support financial systems enhancements, reporting development, and special finance projects

Qualifications For The Accounting Compliance Manager

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience in general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and month-end close
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial statement preparation
• Experience supporting external audits and tax compliance activities
• CPA preferred
• Nonprofit and/or healthcare industry experience preferred
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems and advanced Excel skills preferred

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