Senior Accountant

NW Staffing Resources; United States; On-site; USD 95,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

NW Staffing Resources in Tigard, OR seeks a Controller-level finance leader to guide financial strategy, close, and forecasting, blending hands-on accounting with strategic insight. You will partner with leadership to drive performance, manage financial reporting, and optimize processes in a dynamic manufacturing environment. The role offers visibility across departments and opportunities to influence growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of senior accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• Strong GAAP knowledge and financial reporting.
• Experience with budgeting, cost accounting, and internal controls.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting cycle, close, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Manage cash flow, budgeting, forecasting, and inventory costing.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and coordinate with CPA, audits, and tax.
• Partner with leadership to drive process improvements.

Skills

Senior accounting

GAAP knowledge

QuickBooks

Excel

MRP/ERP systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

QuickBooks

Excel

MRP/ERP

Job description

Job Description

Lead the financial strategy behind a growing manufacturing company—combining hands-on accounting expertise with the strategic insight to influence decisions, improve performance, and drive the business forward.

SALARY: $95k-$100k/yr. DOE

LOCATION: Tigard, OR

SCHEDULE:Full-time; Monday-Friday | 8:00am-5:00pm

WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS ROLE

• Make a Meaningful Impact: Play a key role in shaping financial strategy, improving processes, and providing insights that directly influence company growth and success.
• Strategic Influence & Leadership: Partner closely with company leadership and cross-functional teams, with the opportunity to bring Controller-level expertise and strategic financial thinking to the business.
• Varied & Rewarding Work: Enjoy a broad scope spanning accounting operations, forecasting, cost accounting, financial analysis, compliance, and continuous improvement in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Oversee the full accounting cycle, financial close, reconciliations, financial reporting, cash flow, and maintenance of accurate accounting records using MRP software and QuickBooks.
• Support budgeting and forecasting while managing inventory, manufacturing, job costing, margin analysis, and financial reporting to support business decisions.
• Maintain effective internal controls and GAAP compliance while coordinating with the outside CPA and supporting tax, audit, and regulatory requirements.
• Partner with company leadership and departments on financial matters, provide guidance to accounting staff, and drive process improvements that enhance accuracy and efficiency.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field with 5+ years of senior accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks, Excel, and MRP/ERP systems with strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, reconciliations, and accounting close processes.
• Strong financial planning, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with the ability to turn financial information into actionable business insights.
• Demonstrated ownership, accountability, organization, collaboration, and communication skills with the ability to manage priorities and drive continuous improvement.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods, with frequent use of a keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment. Ability to occasionally stand, walk, bend, and lift or carry light office materials as needed to perform job duties.