Staff Accountant

Overview

A well-established organization in the life and property protection industry, serving Washington State for nearly 50 years, is seeking a Staff Accountant. The employer is locally owned and operates multiple offices across Yakima, Tacoma, Bellingham, and the SODO district of Seattle.

Responsibilities

• Perform full-cycle accounting including journal entries and general ledger reconciliations for month-end close.
• Identify and communicate issues and improvements in accounting processes, month-end close, and internal controls; assist in developing solutions.
• Prepare and file excise tax returns on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis for various jurisdictions.
• Support accounts receivable with invoicing and payment application as needed.
• Assist in financial reporting and forecasting on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
• Prepare working papers for annual financial reviews.
• Streamline accounting processes and procedures.
• Participate in ad hoc projects, including accounting system implementations or upgrades.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• Minimum of three years of related accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP.
• Proficient verbal, written, and interpersonal skills to work with all levels of personnel.
• Experience with Washington state and local tax return preparation.
• Intermediate or higher proficiency in Excel and other Microsoft products.
• Intermediate or higher computer technical skills.
• Experience in the security or construction industry is preferred but not required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $70,000 - $80,000 annually.
• Health, Vision, and Life Insurance premiums fully paid.
• Low-cost Dental Insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match after one year.
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Flexible spending account (FSA).
• Paid time off accrued with tenure.
• Sick time.
• Eight additional paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement and 24 hours of paid professional development PTO annually.

Location

Multiple office locations across Washington State including Yakima, Tacoma, Bellingham, and Seattle (SODO district).