Senior Accountant: GAAP & Financial Close Leader

farbank; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Far Bank Enterprises is hiring a Senior Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations and ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records. The role focuses on month-end close, reconciliations, and analysis while maintaining internal controls across departments.

The candidate will drive process improvements, assist with audits, and support ERP initiatives including Microsoft Dynamics 365. CPA is preferred; experience in manufacturing or outdoor sporting goods is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5-7 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Proven profit improvement initiatives.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and general accounting principles.
• Experience with monthly financial close processes and account reconciliations.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics 365, NetSuite, Sage, Epicor, or similar) and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and other month-end adjustments.
• Perform monthly account reconciliations and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner.
• Analyze financial results and investigate variances from budget, forecast, and prior periods.
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP, company policies, and internal control requirements.
• Review general ledger transactions for completeness and accuracy.
• Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation for external auditors.
• Maintain effective internal controls and documenting accounting procedures.
• Lead ERP system enhancements, testing, and process documentation.
• Provide financial analysis and accounting support for business initiatives and special projects.
• Support system implementations, upgrades, and optimization efforts including Microsoft Dynamics 365 and other accounting-related applications.

Skills

US GAAP

ERP systems

Excel (advanced)

Financial close

Account reconciliations

Financial analysis

Communication skills

Problem solving

Profit improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

NetSuite

Sage

Epicor

Job description

Far Bank Enterprises is hiring a Senior Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations and ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records. The role focuses on month-end close, reconciliations, and analysis while maintaining internal controls across departments.

The candidate will drive process improvements, assist with audits, and support ERP initiatives including Microsoft Dynamics 365. CPA is preferred; experience in manufacturing or outdoor sporting goods is a plus.