Remote Payroll Specialist — CPA-Driven, P&L Insight

EY; Bellingham (WA); Remote; USD 57,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Flexible work arrangement

Job summary

EY in Washington State is seeking a Payroll Specialist with a CPA certification and strong GAAP experience. The role emphasizes building the P&L bridge, understanding the why behind numbers, and owning the AP handoff to keep reporting on track.

You will sit beside the Bellingham controller, perform GL reconciliations, and defend the $57,000–$84,000 salary range while contributing to steady close processes and cross-team collaboration.

Qualifications

• CPA certification required with WA experience.
• 1+ years finance experience in GAAP.
• Experience with GL, AP/AR, and reconciliations.
• Ability to present to WA-wide audiences.
• Knowledge of WA regulations in finance.

Responsibilities

• Build the finance P&L bridge explaining every dollar of swing.
• Dig into the why beyond reporting beyond the surface.
• Own the AP handoff to ensure timely reporting.
• Reconcile GL accounts and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Stand in for the WA controller during close.

Skills

CPA Certification

Public speaking

Financial analysis

Adaptability

WA regulations knowledge

Education

Bachelor's in Finance or Accounting

Tools

Finance systems

Job description

EY in Washington State is seeking a Payroll Specialist with a CPA certification and strong GAAP experience. The role emphasizes building the P&L bridge, understanding the why behind numbers, and owning the AP handoff to keep reporting on track.

You will sit beside the Bellingham controller, perform GL reconciliations, and defend the $57,000–$84,000 salary range while contributing to steady close processes and cross-team collaboration.