Staff Accountant (Hybrid)

Northwest Administrators, Inc; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 87,968,000 - 119,029,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Rx benefits

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Holidays

Job summary

Northwest Administrators, Inc. is seeking a Staff Accountant who will own financial records, reconcile accounts, and prepare accurate financial reports. You will handle journal entries on a modified cash basis and ensure timely closing.

The role requires strong accounting knowledge, 1+ year of experience, and proficiency in MS Office with QuickBooks and Excel. Collaboration with the team and attention to detail are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Knowledgeable with a strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• 1+ year of operational accounting; employee benefits experience a plus.
• Degree in Accounting or related field, or combination of education and experience.
• Ability to work independently and with others as a team.
• Analytical mindset to quickly assess and solve problems.
• Proficient in MS Office with advanced QuickBooks & Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Create journal entries to record transactions on a modified cash basis.
• Reconcile cash and investment accounts monthly.
• Prepare financial statements accurately and on time.
• Monitor and process Trust expenses timely.
• Calculate premiums and administrative fees accurately.
• Back up daily cash management and investment directives tasks.

Skills

Accounting principles

Analytical thinking

MS Office

QuickBooks

Excel

Team player

Education

Degree in Accounting

Tools

QuickBooks

MS Office

Job description

Are you a Staff Accountant who enjoys maintaining financial records, reconciling accounts and preparing financial reports? Do you take full ownership of your assignments and drive for results? If this describes you, this may be the opportunity for you!

What you'll be doing...

• Create journal entries to record transactions on a modified cash basis.
• Reconcile all cash and investment accounts monthly.
• Prepare financial statements accurately and within required timeframes.
• Monitor and facilitate appropriate and timely processing of Trust expenses.
• Calculate premiums and administrative fees timely and accurately.
• Back-up daily cash management and investment directives tasks, as needed.

Who you are...

• Knowledgeable. Strong understandingof accounting principles and practices
• Experienced. 1+ yearof operational accounting; employee benefits experience a plus
• Educated.Degree in Accounting or related field or combination of education and experience
• Team Player. Work independently as well as collaborate with others
• Analytical. Able to quickly assess and analyze problems and develop solutions
• Technically Savvy. Proficient in MS Office with advanced level QuickBooks & Excel

Who we are...

Northwest Administrators, Inc. is an industry leader in third-party administration of employee benefits. We administer one of the largest multi-employer pension plans in the country, along with numerous large health and welfare plans. As part of our team, you will benefit from many training and development opportunities and can expect a better-than-market benefits package. See what our associates are saying about us at Northwest Administrators Inc. | Careers (nwadmin.com)

If hired, you can expect...

• Starting hourly rate of $30.70 - $41.54 per hour. Pay is dependent on experience, skills, and qualifications.
• Excellent Medical, Dental (w/Ortho), Vision, Rx benefits, disability, life and pet insurance
• Paid Vacation (10 days), Sick Leave (10 days) and Holidays (10 days)
• Generous 401k plan with company base contribution & match
• Work-Life Balance

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