Accounting Manager

Far-Bank-Enterprises; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Far Bank Enterprises is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee day-to-day accounting operations, ensure GAAP compliance, and support audits across multiple states. You will lead staff, improve processes, and partner with Operations, Manufacturing, HR, IT, and Sales to drive efficiency.

The role emphasizes accurate financial reporting, internal controls, and collaboration with external auditors and tax teams to support company growth.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead month, quarter, and year-end close processes with timely financial reporting.
• Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and variances.
• Consolidate financial results across locations and entities as needed.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and audit readiness; maintain internal controls.
• Oversee AP/AR processes and cash management; improve workflows.
• Collaborate with Operations, Manufacturing, HR, IT, and Sales to support business needs.
• Support external auditors, tax advisors, banks, and insurers.

Skills

US GAAP

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA (preferred)

Tools

NetSuite

Sage

Microsoft Dynamics

Epicor

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.