Sr. Accountant

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core accounting operations for a Contract position based in Seattle, Washington. This role will play a key part in maintaining accurate financial records, strengthening close processes, and ensuring balance sheet integrity through careful review and analysis. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, a detail-oriented approach, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Lead monthly closing activities by preparing schedules, reviewing account activity, and helping deliver timely and accurate financial results.
• Maintain the general ledger by recording, reviewing, and validating financial transactions across assigned accounts.
• Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate support, ensuring entries are accurate and aligned with accounting standards.
• Perform detailed account reconciliations, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Complete bank reconciliations by comparing cash activity, identifying unmatched items, and following through on outstanding issues.
• Analyze financial data and supporting documentation to improve accuracy, consistency, and compliance within accounting records.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to gather information needed for reporting, close deliverables, and account review activities.
• Demonstrated experience in senior-level accounting work with strong knowledge of month-end close procedures.
• Hands-on expertise managing general ledger activity and preparing journal entries in a detail-oriented accounting environment.
• Proven ability to complete account reconciliations accurately and investigate exceptions independently.
• Experience performing bank reconciliations and resolving discrepancies with a high level of attention to detail.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting practices.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage deadlines and multiple priorities effectively.
• Proficiency with accounting systems and spreadsheet tools used for analysis, reconciliations, and reporting.