Accounting Senior Analyst

Apex Systems; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401K

HSA

ESPP

Employee discounts

Training programs

Job summary

Everforth Apex Systems is seeking a Senior Accountant to join our hybrid office team in Portland, Oregon, starting Nov 1, 2026. You will lead month-end close, prepare journal entries and reconciliations, and support internal reporting and regulatory filings.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting with CPA preferred, 5+ years of hands-on US GAAP experience, and ERP experience (SAP or similar).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; CPA preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience; public accounting a plus.
• Strong US GAAP knowledge and ability to apply it to business needs.
• Experience with ERP/GL systems such as SAP; Blackline a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end close process and prepare journal entries and reconciliations.
• Prepare estimates and reserves for review by Accounting Manager.
• Process payroll and employee benefit costs accounting.
• Support regulatory filings and internal audits as needed.
• Collaborate with Budgeting and Financial Planning on annual budgets and forecasts.
• Perform ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting.
• Ensure SOX compliance and control procedures.

Skills

US GAAP knowledge

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical skills

Time management

Project coordination

PC skills

Education

Bachelor’s in Accounting

Tools

SAP

General ledger systems

Blackline

Job description

Job#: 3049113

Job Description

General info: Hybrid position in-office two days/wk, starting Nov 1, 2026 in-office 3 days/wk (Tue-Thu)

Key Responsibilities

• Key participant in the month-end general ledger and internal reporting processes, including preparing and reviewing both journal entries and account reconciliations
• Preparation of key estimates and reserves for review with the Accounting Manager including bonuses and claims reserves
• Responsible for accounting for payroll and benefits including bonuses, payroll overhead rates, workers compensation, deferred compensation, life insurance, and other employee benefit costs
• Performs accounting research, memo documentation and assists with setting accounting policies
• Assists in the preparation and review of regulatory filings and support
• Collaborates with the Budgeting and Financial Planning team in development of components of the annual Income Statement budget and periodic forecast updates
• Perform financial analysis and prepare ad-hoc reports and analysis, as required
• Completes internal control procedures to ensure compliance with the Sarbanes‑Oxley Act
• Provide support for both internal and external auditors
• Identify and implement sustainable process improvements within accounting, proactively improve processes, accuracy and efficiency
• Assist Accounting Manager with various projects as needed

Qualifications & Skills Required

• Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in Accounting required and CPA certificate is preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of applied accounting experience. Public accounting experience is preferred
• Strong technical knowledge of US GAAP, with the ability to critically think and apply that knowledge to business requirements
• Experience in utility industry or related business environment is preferred
• Experience using SAP or another general ledger or other financial software system is strongly preferred
• Experience With Reconciliation Tool, Blackline Preferred
• Demonstrated background in applying analytical/accounting research skills
• Excellent verbal skills, including the ability to apply group facilitation techniques and make group presentations
• Strong written communication skills including with process and task documentation and report generation
• Proven ability to meet deadlines, including strong time management and organizational skills
• Must combine attention to detail with the ability to envision the big picture
• Strong analytical skills with a focus on technical accounting rules and experience researching accounting issues
• PC Skills primarily for word processing, spreadsheet and database applications
• Ability to facilitate and coordinate projects
• Proven ability to function in a team environment

Everforth Apex is a world‑class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Benefits Overview

• medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection.
• ESPP (employee stock purchase program)
• 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure.
• HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan)
• SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions
• corporate discount savings program and other discounts
• In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA.
• Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach.
• You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.

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Everforth Apex is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228. (Do not submit resumes or solicit consultants to this email address). UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine‑Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex.