Staff Accountant

Cascade Living Group; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wages

Career Pathways

Health Insurance (for those eligible)

Voluntary Benefits (Disability, Auto,/

401k (with company match)

Payroll advances on earned wages

Perks at Work Discount Program

Generous Paid Time Off

Education Assistance

Longevity Bonuses

Job summary

Cascade Living Group is seeking a Staff Accountant to support daily accounting operations and month-end close. This entry-level role develops expertise in general ledger, reconciliations, accounts receivable, treasury, and financial reporting within a collaborative team.

You will prepare routine journal entries, perform reconciliations, assist with bank and intercompany activities, and contribute to audits while maintaining confidentiality and accuracy in all records.

Qualifications

• 2 years accounting experience preferred.
• Experience with journal entries and reconciliations.
• Strong Excel skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post routine journal entries to the general ledger.
• Perform general ledger and balance sheet account reconciliations, researching discrepancies.
• Assist with bank reconciliations and other cash account reconciliations.
• Support accounts receivable, including reviewing activity and reconciling discrepancies.
• Assist with treasury and cash management activities, including monitoring bank activity and cash balances.
• Maintain accurate general ledger records and supporting documentation.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.
• Review financial transactions for accuracy and proper account classification.
• Research unusual transactions and reconciliation differences.
• Prepare schedules and documentation for accounting and financial reporting.
• Assist with intercompany transactions and reconciliations, where applicable.
• Support annual audits and provide documentation and account support.
• Maintain organized accounting records per policies.
• Collaborate with teams to resolve accounting questions.
• Assist with special accounting projects and process improvements.
• Perform other accounting and finance duties as assigned.

Skills

Accounting basics

Journal entries

Reconciliations

Accounts receivable

Cash management

Month-end close

Excel

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Learning new technology

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Excel or similar

Accounting software

Job description

The Staff Accountant supports the day-to-day accounting and financial operations of Cascade Living Group. This is an entry-level accounting position ideal for someone looking to build their accounting experience while developing a strong understanding of general ledger accounting, reconciliations, accounts receivable, treasury functions, and month-end close. As the Staff Accountant, you’ll work closely with the Accounting and Finance team to ensure financial transactions are accurately recorded, accounts are reconciled timely, and financial information is complete and reliable.

What we look for in a Staff Accountant:

• 2 years of accounting experience preferred
• Previous internship, bookkeeping, accounts receivable, accounts payable, or general accounting experience is helpful but not required.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and the general ledger.
• Familiarity with journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to analyze information and identify discrepancies.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet monthly accounting deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing as part of a team.
• Professional judgment and ability to maintain confidentiality of financial information.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including basic formulas and spreadsheet functions.
• Ability and willingness to learn accounting systems and new technology.
• Accuracy and attention to detail

What you Can Expect to do as the Staff Accountant:

• Prepare and post routine journal entries to the general ledger.
• Perform general ledger and balance sheet account reconciliations, researching and resolving discrepancies.
• Assist with bank reconciliations and other cash account reconciliations.
• Support accounts receivable, including reviewing account activity, researching discrepancies, and assisting with reconciliations.
• Assist with treasury and cash management activities, including monitoring bank activity, cash balances, deposits, and transfers.
• Maintain accurate general ledger records and supporting documentation.
• Assist with the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.
• Review financial transactions for accuracy and proper account classification.
• Research unusual transactions, account variances, and reconciliation differences.
• Prepare schedules and supporting documentation for accounting and financial reporting.
• Assist with intercompany transactions and reconciliations, as applicable.
• Support annual audits and provide requested documentation and account support.
• Maintain organized accounting records in accordance with company policies and established accounting procedures.
• Collaborate with community and Home Office teams to obtain information and resolve accounting questions.
• Assist with special accounting projects and process improvements.
• Perform other accounting and finance duties as assigned.

Position Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Recent graduates or candidates with equivalent accounting education and relevant experience are encouraged to apply.

$60,000 - $68,000/annually

• Depending on Experience

Job Type:

• Full Time
• Exempt

Cascade Living Group Benefit Offerings:

• Competitive Wages
• Career Pathways
• Health Insurance (for those eligible)
• Voluntary Benefits (Disability, Accident, Life)
• Flexible Pet Insurance for cats and dogs
• 401k (with company match)
• Payroll advances on earned wages
• Perks at Work Discount Program
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Education Assistance
• Longevity Bonuses

Cascade Living Group provides care for residents and their families coming from all over the region. We invite you to learn more about us and meet the team at: https://www.cascadeliving.com/about/meet-the-team/

Cascade Living Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All offers of employment are conditioned on passing a background check. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability during the application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at 360-979-0149 or [e-mail].