Senior Accountant

Matrix Finance and Accounting; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 55,104 - 68,880; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Seattle is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant. In this role, you will manage day-to-day accounting operations, prepare financial statements, and ensure compliance with GAAP. The ideal candidate has 4-7 years of relevant experience and strong analytical skills. This is a contract position offering a competitive hourly wage.

Qualifications

• 4–7 years of progressive accounting experience required.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage general ledger accounting and journal entries.
• Prepare and review financial statements monthly, quarterly, and annually.
• Assist with budgeting and financial analysis.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving abilities

Knowledge of GAAP

Education

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

CPA or CPA candidate preferred

Tools

NetSuite

Oracle

QuickBooks

Excel

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to join our team. This role will be responsible for managing the day-to-day accounting operations, preparing financial statements, supporting month-end and year-end close, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and company policies. The Senior Accountant will work closely with leadership, providing insights and analysis to support decision-making.

Base pay range

$40.00/hr - $50.00/hr

Key Responsibilities

• Manage general ledger accounting, including journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and allocations.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and expense reporting as needed.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies.
• Assist with audits, tax filings, and regulatory reporting.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Mentor and support junior accounting staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or CPA candidate preferred).
• 4–7 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Proficiency with accounting software (NetSuite, Oracle, QuickBooks, or similar) and advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing

Industries

• Manufacturing

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