Accounting Manager

Columbia Bank; Lakewood (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Columbia Bank is seeking a senior accounting leader to oversee end-to-end accounts payable operations, reimbursement processing, and financial reporting. You will manage a dispersed accounting team, drive process improvements, and ensure regulatory compliance across GL and related systems.

The role requires 5-7 years of senior accounting experience with 2-4 years in supervision, strong US GAAP/SOX knowledge, and proficiency with Excel. Onsite location in Lakewood, WA with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of senior accounting/finance experience or equivalent education
• 2-4 years in a supervisory role
• Advanced knowledge of financial institution policies, internal controls, and GL systems
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, SEC, Sarbanes-Oxley, and banking regulations
• Proficient with Excel and analytics within Office Suite

Responsibilities

• Oversee full cycle of accounts payable operations and associate reimbursement processes
• Develop and maintain policies and internal controls for GL integrity
• Provide accurate monthly financial and management reporting
• Administer accounting support for acquisitions, expansions, and system conversions
• Lead staff, supervise units, and coach team members
• Ensure compliance with bank regulations and training requirements
• Foster Columbia Bank culture and drive cross-department collaboration
• May travel occasionally

Skills

Senior accounting

Leadership

US GAAP

SOX

Regulatory compliance

Financial reporting

Tools

Microsoft Office

General ledger systems

Job description

Lakewood, Washington

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Full time

About the Role:

Oversee the full cycle of accounts payable operations and associate reimbursement processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely payment execution. Manage a dispersed accounting team, driving operational effectiveness, employee engagement, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Assists in developing and maintaining policies, procedures and an environment with appropriate internal operating controls to support integrity of the general ledger and related reporting.

• Responsible for providing accurate and timely monthly financial and management reporting.

• Administer accounting support for planning acquisitions, expansions, systems conversions and partnering with other departments on broader scope projects.

• Lead staff for successful completion of department tasks, goals and objectives. Supervise a unit or multiple units and provide guidance, direct work flows and volumes. May serve as project lead as directed.

• Manages the work efforts of supervisors/individual contributor. Responsible for hiring, firing, performance appraisals and pay reviews. Makes decisions based on area objectives as well as company policies and procedures.

• Demonstrates compliance with all bank regulations for assigned job function and applies to designated job responsibilities – knowledge may be gained through coursework and on-the-job training. Keeps up to date on regulation changes.

• Follows all Bank policies and procedures, compliance regulations, and completes all required annual or job-specific training.

• Maintain a working knowledge of Bank's written policies and procedures regarding Bank Secrecy Act, Regulation CC, Regulation E, Bank Security and other regulations as applicable to this job description.

• May be asked to coach, mentor, or train others and teach coursework as subject matter expert.

• Actively learns, demonstrates, and fosters the Columbia corporate culture in all actions and words.

• Takes personal initiative and is a positive example for others to emulate.

• Embraces our vision to become “Business Bank of Choice”

• May perform other duties as assigned.

About You:

• 5-7 years of senior level accounting/finance related experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience required

• 2-4 years of experience in a supervisory role required

• Advanced knowledge of financial institution policies, procedures, internal controls, general ledger and related financial systems and operations.

• Ability to manage complex projects, and assignments concurrently.

• Possess verbal and written communication skills across multiple and varying audiences, ability to train, support and mentor staff.

• Strong knowledge and application of US GAAP, SEC, Sarbanes-Oxley, and the general banking regulatory environment.

• Intermediate analytical and financial interpretive skills, including use of Microsoft Office products with an emphasis on Excel.

• Ability to lead and develop high-performing teams, with strong skills in conflict resolution, performance management, and fostering a collaborative work environment.

• Proficient using the Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

• Occasional travel may be required

The pay range for this role is $90,000 - $120,000.

The pay rate for the selected candidate is dependent upon a variety of non-discriminatory factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, education, and geographic location. The role may be eligible for performance-based incentive compensation, and those details will be provided during the recruitment process.

Primary Location: Ability to work fully onsite at posted location(s).

5210 74th Street W Lakewood WA 98499

Our Benefits:

• comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans)
• 401(k)-retirement savings plan with employer match for qualifying associate contributions
• employee assistance program
• life insurance
• disability insurance
• tuition assistance
• mental health resources
• identity theft protection
• legal support
• auto and home insurance
• pet insurance
• access to an online discount marketplace
• paid vacation, sick days, volunteer days, and holidays

Benefit eligibility begins the first day of the month following the date of hire for associates who are regularly scheduled to work at least thirty hours weekly.

Our Commitment to Diversity:

Columbia Bank is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to employing, engaging, and developing a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, disability, or any other applicable protected status or characteristics. If you require an accommodation to complete the application or interview(s), please let us know by email: [e-mail] .

At Columbia Bank, we’re redefining what it means to bank and to build a career. As the West’s premier banking experience, we combine the strength and scale of a leading financial institution with the heart and mindset of a community bank. With more than 350 locations across eight states, we deliver relationship-based service backed by regional expertise and resources that help families and businesses thrive.

Our culture is built on Do RIGHT , which means:

• Relationships: We create authentic connections with customers, colleagues, and communities.

• Impact: Every role here makes a meaningful difference in people’s lives and local economies.

• Growth: We invest in your success with career development, mentorship, and learning opportunities.

• Heart: We care deeply about doing what’s best for our customers and each other.

• Trust: Integrity and transparency guide everything we do.

Why work for Columbia Bank?

• A strong, stable financial foundation with over $67 billion in assets and a diverse portfolio that supports flexibility and opportunity.

• A culture of belonging and purpose, where your ideas matter and your work has impact.

• Competitive benefits and flexibility designed to help you thrive personally and professionally.

• Community engagement that matters, from supporting local businesses to empowering youth through financial literacy initiatives.