Accounting Manager

Legado Talent; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 55,104 - 82,656; Part time

Job summary

A growing organization in the Pacific Northwest seeks a temporary Accounting Manager to support core corporate accounting functions over 3–6 months. Responsibilities include preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and ensuring compliance with GAAP. Ideal candidates should have strong technical accounting knowledge, advanced Excel skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. This role offers a pay range of $40.00/hr – $60.00/hr.

Qualifications

• Strong technical accounting knowledge required.
• Experience with internal controls and audit support.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Support treasury-related activities and daily cash reconciliations.
• Assist with external financial audits and ensure compliance with GAAP.
• Document and maintain accounting policies and procedures.

Skills

Strong understanding of GAAP

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Written and verbal communication skills

Advanced Excel skills

Ability to document processes

Tools

ERP system experience (SAP preferred)

Job description

Accounting Manager – Temporary Assignment

Base pay range: $40.00/hr – $60.00/hr

A growing organization in the Pacific Northwest is seeking an Accounting Manager to support core corporate accounting functions. This role is responsible for general ledger activities, account reconciliations, journal entries, treasury support, and audit assistance. The position also plays a role in documenting accounting policies, improving internal controls, and supporting special projects across the finance team.

The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to work cross‑functionally in a dynamic environment. This is a temporary role anticipated to last 3–6 months.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger analyses
• Support treasury-related activities, including daily cash reconciliations and banking processes
• Identify and resolve accounting discrepancies in a timely manner
• Assist with external financial audits and internal audit requests
• Support financial reporting activities, including schedules and supporting documentation
• Ensure accounting records comply with internal policies and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Document and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and workflows
• Participate in or lead special projects as assigned
• Provide backup support for general ledger functions performed by other accounting team members
• Support sales and use tax compliance, including return filings across multiple jurisdictions and audit coordination
• Perform other accounting or finance-related duties as assigned

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong understanding of GAAP and technical accounting principles
• Experience with internal controls and audit support
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Detail‑oriented with a continuous improvement mindset
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Advanced Excel skills required
• ERP system experience preferred (SAP a plus)
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Proven ability to document processes clearly and effectively
• Positive, professional attitude with a desire to contribute to team success

Legado Talent provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.