Senior Corporate Accountant

Cowles Company; Spokane (WA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401K matching

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Programs

Job summary

Cowles Company in Spokane, WA seeks a Senior Corporate Accountant to lead month-end close and prepare financial statements. The ideal candidate has over 3 years of progressive accounting experience and a Bachelor's degree in accounting.

The role offers a supportive family-oriented environment with competitive wages. Benefits include Medical, Dental, 401K matching, and generous paid time off. Join our team to make a meaningful impact.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience, including public accounting.
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Experience with external audits and tax compliance processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead portions of the month-end close, preparing journal entries and reconciliations.
• Prepare financial statements and audit-ready workpapers.
• Prepare supporting schedules for federal and state tax filings.

Skills

Accounting experience

Advanced Excel skills

GAAP knowledge

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

ERP systems

Acumatica

Job description

Are you ready to embark on an exceptional career journey? Look no further than Cowles Company. With a rich heritage dating back to 1893, we’re more than just a company—we’re a legacy. As a family-owned enterprise, we specialize in managing a diverse portfolio of businesses and are constantly exploring new avenues for growth. At Cowles Company, we prioritize the well-being of our team members, our valued customers, and the communities we proudly serve. If you’re seeking more than just a job—if you’re yearning for a role where you can make a meaningful impact every day—then Cowles Company is the place for you!

Position: Senior Corporate Accountant

Status: Full-time, Exempt

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm

Location: On Site - Remote flexibility after training

About this role:

The Senior Corporate Accountant supports the Cowles parent company’s close, reporting, audit, and tax processes. This role owns key month-end responsibilities, prepares and reconciles accounts, supports consolidated audit and tax workpapers, and assists with corporate plans, and special projects.

What you’ll do:

• Lead assigned portions of the month-end close, including preparing journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Prepare financial statements, audit-ready workpapers, and account analyses; coordinate timely responses to internal and external audit requests.
• Prepare and review supporting schedules for federal and state tax filings, and maintain documentation for assigned processes

Secondary duties:

• Support the accounting and administration of corporate plans, including medical, dental, retirement, and private foundations.
• Partner with the Assistant Corporate Controller on ad hoc reporting, process improvement, and cross-functional accounting projects.

What you’ll contribute to our team:

• Required:
• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience, including public accounting (audit or tax) and/or corporate accounting with month-end close responsibilities
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting; strong working knowledge of GAAP, account reconciliations, and financial reporting
• Advanced Excel skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy, sound judgment, and attention to detail
• Preferred:
• CPA license or active progress toward CPA certification
• Experience with ERP systems; Acumatica or similar mid-market platforms a plus
• Experience performing/supporting external audits, and tax compliance processes

What we offer:

At our core, we’re not just a business; we’re a close-knit family passionate about serving our community and supporting our incredible team. Every member here plays a vital role, and we’re committed to setting you up for success. We genuinely care about your growth and well-being, which is why we provide the necessary tools, continuous training, and unwavering support for you to thrive in your role.

What sets us apart is the environment we foster - one that’s warm, supportive, and professional. Your contributions are valued, and you’ll find yourself among a team that feels like family.

We understand the importance of acknowledging your hard work, which is why we offer competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K matching, Employee Assistance Programs, and more. Moreover, we firmly believe in the significance of a healthy work-life balance. That’s why we provide ample Vacation days, Sick Time, Paid Holidays, and Floating Holidays, ensuring you have the time to recharge and enjoy moments outside of work.

Our commitment to your well-being and success isn’t just a promise - it’s our way of life. We’re excited about the opportunity to welcome passionate individuals who align with our values and contribute to our shared vision of community impact and employee fulfillment.

At Cowles Company we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every individual is valued and respected. We believe that diversity enriches our organization, drives innovation, and fuels our success. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for employment and advancement to all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We actively seek to recruit, develop, and retain a talented and diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Our commitment to equal employment opportunity is unwavering, and we strive to create an environment where everyone feels empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. Together, we can build a brighter future for our employees and our organization.

All candidates selected for hire will be required to submit to a background check.

Drug Testing applies to safety-sensitive positions.