Senior Accountant

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC in SE Portland is seeking a Senior Accountant to manage the general ledger, month-end close, and GAAP-compliant financial processes for an established manufacturing and finishing organization.

The role reports to the Controller and requires 5+ years of progressive accounting experience with ERP systems. You will perform reconciliations, prepare financial reports, and support audits and accounts payable activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.

Responsibilities

• General Ledger & Month-End Close: Prepare journal entries, maintain general ledger accounts, execute month-end close procedures, and perform balance sheet reconciliations.
• Banking & Reconciliations: Perform regular bank account reconciliations, track cash movements, and ensure ledger accuracy.
• Audit & Compliance: Assist with internal and external audit requests, prepare supporting schedules and documentation, and ensure adherence to GAAP.
• Financial Reporting & Analysis: Maintain financial reports, review financial statements, and generate ad hoc analytical reports for management.
• AP & Administrative Support: Maintain accounts payable documentation, assist the Controller with special projects, and support general administrative financial functions.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

ERP systems

Analytical ability

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Senior Accountant

Location: SE Portland - Fully Onsite
Salary: $80-90k

About the Role

This position serves as a core accounting professional responsible for managing general ledger operations, financial reconciliations, and month-end close procedures for an established manufacturing and finishing organization. Reporting directly to the Controller, the Senior Accountant ensures full compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) while maintaining high standards of financial accuracy and internal controls.

Key Responsibilities

• General Ledger & Month-End Close: Prepare journal entries, maintain general ledger accounts, execute month-end close procedures, and perform balance sheet reconciliations.
• Banking & Reconciliations: Perform regular bank account reconciliations, track cash movements, and ensure ledger accuracy.
• Audit & Compliance: Assist with internal and external audit requests, prepare supporting schedules and documentation, and ensure adherence to GAAP.
• Financial Reporting & Analysis: Maintain financial reports, review financial statements, and generate ad hoc analytical reports for management.
• AP & Administrative Support: Maintain accounts payable documentation, assist the Controller with special projects, and support general administrative financial functions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP and standard financial reporting procedures.
• Direct hands-on experience using enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
• Strong numeracy, analytical, problem-solving, and time-management capabilities.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills with high attention to detail.
• Pre-employment background check and drug screening clearance.