Senior Accountant

CFS; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS is seeking a Senior Accountant in SE Portland to oversee general ledger operations, month-end close and reconciliations. You will report to the Controller and ensure GAAP compliance with a focus on accuracy and internal controls.

The role involves extensive financial reporting, audit support, and collaboration with finance teams to drive accuracy and efficiency in month-end processes. Onsite work in SE Portland is required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting procedures.
• Direct hands-on experience using ERP systems.
• Excellent numeracy, analytical, problem-solving and time-management skills.
• Clear written and verbal communication with high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries, maintain general ledger accounts, perform month-end close procedures and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Conduct regular bank reconciliations and track cash movements.
• Assist with internal and external audits and prepare supporting schedules.
• Maintain financial reports and generate ad hoc analytical management reports.
• Support AP processes and financial administrative tasks.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

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.

Location: SE Portland - Fully Onsite

Salary: $80-90k

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.