Staff Accountant

CFS; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 80.000 - 95.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical, prescription, dental, and vis

401(k) retirement plan

Life and AD&D insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Medical FSA

Childcare FSA

Transportation FSA

PTO and 10 holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Zusammenfassung

CFS in Portland is seeking a Staff Accountant to manage the general ledger, close processes, and balance sheet reconciliations. You will oversee journal entries, fixed asset tracking, and collaborate with Finance and Operations to ensure accurate reporting.

The role balances daily GL maintenance with year-end audit preparation and efficiency projects, with a hybrid work model in North Portland. A Bachelor’s degree in accounting and 2+ years of GL experience are preferred.

Qualifikationen

• 2+ years of hands-on GL accounting experience.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and regulatory standards.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Pre-employment drug screening and background check required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration.
• Experience in public accounting audit or tax is a plus.

Aufgaben

• General Ledger & Month-End Close: prepare and enter corporate journal entries, manage close task schedules, review ledger activity for proper account coding to meet schedule cutoffs.
• Account Reconciliations: perform GL reconciliations, research variances, compile supporting schedules for analysis.
• Fixed Assets & Capital Projects: support fixed asset accounting, track capital projects, depreciation schedules, and asset balance reconciliations.
• Audit & Compliance Support: assist external auditors during audits; assemble schedules and documentation for reviews.
• Process & Systems Enhancement: initiate process improvements to streamline accounting workflows and boost reporting accuracy.

Kenntnisse

GL accounting

Analytical

Communication

Regulatory compliance

Problem solving

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration

Jobbeschreibung

• Salary Range: $80,000 – $95,000 per year
• Location: North Portland – Hybrid flexible role
• Employment Type: Full-time, Exempt
• Bonus Potential: Discretionary bonus program
• Healthcare Coverage: Medical, prescription (RX), dental, and vision insurance
• Financial & Income Protection: 401(k) retirement plan, Life, AD&D, Short-Term Disability (STD), and Long-Term Disability (LTD) insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Medical FSA, Childcare FSA, and Transportation FSA
• Paid Time Off: Paid time off (PTO) and 10 paid company holidays
• Professional & Personal Support: Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Salary Range: $80,000 – $95,000 per year
• Location: North Portland – Hybrid flexible role
• Employment Type: Full-time, Exempt
• Bonus Potential: Discretionary bonus program
• Healthcare Coverage: Medical, prescription (RX), dental, and vision insurance
• Financial & Income Protection: 401(k) retirement plan, Life, AD&D, Short-Term Disability (STD), and Long-Term Disability (LTD) insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Medical FSA, Childcare FSA, and Transportation FSA
• Paid Time Off: Paid time off (PTO) and 10 paid company holidays
• Professional & Personal Support: Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

About The Role

This position serves as a core general ledger Staff Accountant for a heavy industrial manufacturing company. Reporting to the Accounting and Finance Manager, the Staff Accountant manages corporate general ledger accounting, journal entry processing, balance sheet reconciliations, fixed asset tracking, and month-end close execution.

This role balances daily general ledger maintenance with annual audit preparation, process improvement initiatives, and cross-departmental coordination.

Key Responsibilities

• General Ledger & Month-End Close: Prepare and enter corporate journal entries, manage close task schedules, and review ledger activity for proper account coding to meet schedule cutoffs.
• Account Reconciliations: Perform assigned general ledger account reconciliations, research balance variances, and compile accurate supporting schedules for financial analysis.
• Fixed Assets & Capital Projects: Support fixed asset accounting, capital project tracking, depreciation schedules, and related asset balance reconciliations.
• Audit & Compliance Support: Assist external auditors during annual audits; assemble supporting schedules and documentation for periodic reviews by external partners.
• Process & Systems Enhancement: Initiate process and system improvements to streamline accounting workflows, increase reporting accuracy, and boost departmental efficiency.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with finance colleagues and operational departments to research accounting matters and resolve operational discrepancies.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands‑on GL accounting experience, preferably in a multi-entity corporate environment.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and regulatory compliance standards.
• Strong problem‑solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Successful completion of a pre‑employment drug/alcohol screening and background check.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration.
• Prior experience in public accounting audit or tax services is a plus.