Senior Accountant: Close, Reporting & Insights

Seattle Search Group; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Seattle Search Group is seeking a Senior Accountant to join its finance team in Seattle. The role focuses on month-end close, financial reporting, account analysis, and cross-functional collaboration to provide meaningful financial insights.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of accounting experience, strong U.S. GAAP knowledge, and advanced Excel skills. This position supports multi-entity reporting and process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Approximately 3+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting principles.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and familiarity with financial systems and reporting tools.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Participate in monthly and quarterly close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Analyze financial information for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with policies and standards.
• Prepare management reporting packages and assist with financial statement preparation.
• Review operating results and identify trends and areas needing analysis.
• Partner with stakeholders to resolve questions and improve reporting accuracy.
• Assist with external audit requests and documentation preparation.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and maintain supporting schedules.
• Contribute to process improvements to enhance efficiency and controls.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Advanced Excel

Financial reporting

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Seattle Search Group is seeking a Senior Accountant to join its finance team in Seattle. The role focuses on month-end close, financial reporting, account analysis, and cross-functional collaboration to provide meaningful financial insights.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of accounting experience, strong U.S. GAAP knowledge, and advanced Excel skills. This position supports multi-entity reporting and process improvement initiatives.