Senior Accountant

Specialized Recruiting Group - Central Oregon; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Senior Accountant position in Central Oregon’s premiere accounting team. You will own financial close, consolidation, and reporting processes, with emphasis on applying US GAAP and technical accounting principles.

Responsibilities include preparing monthly/quarterly/annual GAAP reports, researching new standards, and coordinating with auditors. Expect cross-functional work on system implementations and complex reconciliations to drive accuracy and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field and 3-5+ years of accounting experience incl. close, analysis, and reporting
• CPA or CMA certification strongly preferred
• Public accounting experience preferred
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to interpret financial data
• Proficiency in ERP systems (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics)
• Familiarity with financial reporting tools (EPM, Workiva, BlackLine)
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Technical writing and reporting experience with attention to detail
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Ability to interpret financial reports and identify discrepancies
• Experience preparing financial statements and audit documentation
• Multi-entity consolidation and elimination experience
• Debt and equity accounting experience
• Knowledge of data analytics tools (Tableau, Power BI)

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports in GAAP
• Lead development of work papers and schedules for internal and external reporting
• Conduct technical accounting research and liaise with auditors on audits
• Perform complex GL reconciliations including intercompany and debt facilities
• Analyze variances and trends during month-end close for strategic insights
• Serve as ERP expert for NetSuite and Oracle EPM, develop reports and saved searches
• Partner with cross-functional teams to optimize reporting functionality
• Lead policy development and documentation for new accounting standards
• Participate in enterprise-wide system implementations and data migration
• Support change management and UAT for finance systems

Skills

Analytical thinking

Technical writing

Independent work

Financial reporting

Cross-functional collaboration

Research skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA or CMA certification

Tools

NetSuite

Oracle EPM

SAP

Microsoft Dynamics

Workiva

BlackLine

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

One of Central Oregon’s premiere accounting teams is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant!

What You Get to Do!

The Senior Accountant is a key contributor to our accounting close and reporting process. They are integral to our consolidation and elimination accounting function, as well as reporting consolidated results to senior management on a monthly basis. Additionally, the Senior Accountant is also responsible for various elements of operational performance reporting, including accounting for strategic projects.

They will also work cross-functionally on various technical accounting topics, including researching and applying appropriate accounting guidance to new business developments (e.g., mergers and acquisitions, sale-leasebacks, new debt financing arrangements, and others). The Senior Accountant will also assist with identifying, assessing, and implementing the adoption of new accounting standards (e.g., revenue recognition (ASC 606), lease accounting (ASC 842), and other topics that may arise in the future).

This is a professional position that requires a deep knowledge of US GAAP, a solid understanding of business operations, including the ability to implement new systems and processes, and the ability to bring these elements together succinctly.

Financial Reporting & Technical Accounting

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports in compliance with GAAP
• Lead the development of supporting work papers and schedules for internal and external reporting
• Conduct technical accounting research, collaborate with management on implementing new accounting standards, and liaise with external auditors to support audit and compliance efforts

Complex Reconciliations & Analytical Review

• Perform and review complex general ledger account reconciliations, including intercompany transactions, credit facilities, borrowing arrangements, and valuation accounts
• Exercise professional judgment in interpreting accounting guidance to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Analyze variances and trends during month-end close and financial review processes, providing insights to support strategic decision-making

ERP System Expertise

• Serve as a subject matter expert for NetSuite and Oracle EPM, including developing custom reports and saved searches, troubleshooting system-generated entries, and ensuring data integrity
• Partner with cross-functional teams to optimize both financial reporting functionality and operational efficiency

Accounting Policy & Process Development

• Lead the creation, implementation, and documentation of accounting policies and procedures in response to evolving business needs and new accounting standards (e.g., ASC 606, ASC 842, ASC 718)
• Prepare supporting documentation for complex calculations, including deferred compensation, revenue recognition, and insurance accounting, ensuring compliance and audit readiness

Cross-Functional Projects & Systems Implementation

• Actively participate in enterprise-wide system implementations (e.g., POS, A/P automation, Lease Accounting, and Supply Chain systems)
• Provide accounting expertise to ensure seamless system integration with financial modules (GL, A/P, A/R), accurate data migration, and effective change management
• Contribute to project planning, UAT testing, and post-implementation evaluation to ensure alignment with financial reporting objectives

What You Will Bring…

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, and 3-5+ years of accounting experience, including financial close, analysis, and reporting
• CPA or CMA certification strongly preferred
• Public accounting experience preferred
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to interpret financial data and variances
• Strong proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics)
• Familiarity with financial reporting tools (e.g., EPM, Workiva, BlackLine, etc.)
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Technical writing and reporting experience with strong attention to detail
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to interpret financial reports and identify discrepancies.
• Experience in preparing financial statements and documentation for internal and external audits
• Multi-entity consolidation and elimination experience
• Good knowledge of, and ability to research, U.S. GAAP
• Ability to prepare complex reconciliations, journal entries, and manage accruals
• Debt and equity accounting experience
• Knowledge of data analytics tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) is a growing plus