Accounting Manager

Far Bank Enterprises; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Far Bank Enterprises in Seattle seeks an Accounting Manager to oversee day-to-day accounting operations, ensure GAAP-compliant financial reporting, and support audits across the states we operate.

You will manage and develop accounting staff, drive process improvements, and maintain strong internal controls while coordinating with Operations, Manufacturing, HR, IT, and Sales to meet strategic goals.

Experience with multi-entity consolidations, BOM analysis, and cost accounting is a plus.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 5+ years' progressive accounting experience, multi-state.
• Strong US GAAP knowledge and internal controls.
• Experience leading accounting staff and collaborating cross-functionally.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analyses.
• Consolidate results across locations and entities as needed.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and audit readiness.
• Coach and supervise accounting staff; liaise with departments.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Experience with multi-state operations

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA (preferred)

Tools

NetSuite

Sage

Microsoft Dynamics

Epicor

Excel

Job description

Far Bank is the world's authority in fly fishing, comprised of the greatest brands in the industry – Sage, Redington, RIO Products, and Fly Water Travel. Founded in 1980, Sage's core mission is "perfecting performance" through our Made in the USA fly rods and high-end fly reels. Redington is the go-to provider of accessible fly-fishing rods, reels and apparel for the value conscious angler. RIO Products is recognized as the world's leading producer of the highest performance fly lines, leader, tippet, and flies for the specialty fly fishing market. Fly Water Travel provides world-class on-the-water experiences.

Position Summary

The Accounting Manager oversees the day-to-day accounting operations for Far Bank Enterprises. This role ensures timely and accurate financial reporting, compliance with GAAP, tax and regulatory compliance, support for audits, and effective management of accounting staff. The Accounting Manager plays a key role in maintaining strong internal controls, documenting & improving processes, and supporting the company's growth across all states we operate in.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Close

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and variance analyses.
• Consolidate financial results across multiple locations and entities as needed.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal policies, and audit requirements.
• Accounting financial review for accuracy of financial statements prior to monthly department budget release. Facilitate monthly accounting department budget reviews with budget owners.
• Support the preparation and filing of business licenses, excise taxes, and other state/local financial obligations.
• Support of Federal Income Tax, B&O Tax, Sales & Use Tax, Federal Excise Tax, business licenses, property tax, and any other state/local financial obligations.

Cash Management & AR/AP Oversight

• Monitor cash flow, bank reconciliations, and daily and monthly cash reconciliations.
• Supervise accounts payable and support accounts receivable processes to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and strong vendor and customer relationships.
• Implement process improvements to increase efficiency in AP/AR workflows.

Inventory & Cost Accounting

• Work closely with Operations and Supply Chain on inventory valuation, standard costing, landed cost analysis, and cycle count accuracy.
• Review inventory adjustments, cost variances, and manufacturing reporting for accuracy.
• Assist with BOM analysis and margin improvement insights.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Supervise and develop accounting staff; assign work, conduct performance reviews, and provide coaching.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Manufacturing, HR, IT, and Sales to resolve issues and support business needs.
• Serve as the point of contact for external auditors, tax advisors, banks, and insurance partners.
• Subject Matter Expert in accounting owned systems such as ePAY, Treasury automation suite, al banking and credit card platforms, D365 ERP.
• Recommend and implement improvements to accounting systems, processes, and controls.
• Support ERP upgrades, integrations, or enhancements as the business evolves.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience in multi-state operations.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP.
• Experience managing or leading accounting staff.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, Sage, Microsoft Dynamics, Epicor) and Excel.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Preferred

• CPA and public accounting experience preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing, outdoor sporting goods, consumer goods, or related industry.
• Background in inventory accounting, cost accounting, and multi-entity consolidations.
• Experience supporting a company in the $25M–$100M revenue range.