Sr . Staff Accountant

We are looking for a Sr. Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations for a retail organization in Everett, Washington. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for an organized candidate who can manage reconciliations, strengthen reporting accuracy, and contribute to a well-organized close process. The role calls for someone who is comfortable working across financial systems, analyzing account activity, and partnering with internal teams to resolve issues efficiently.

Responsibilities:
• Oversee general ledger activity and contribute to timely month-end close tasks, including review of financial results, operating reports, and balance sheet support schedules.
• Prepare and maintain detailed reconciliations for bank accounts and balance sheet accounts, investigating variances and resolving outstanding items promptly.
• Manage fixed asset records in NetSuite, including setup of new assets, retirement of disposed items, and calculation of depreciation.
• Produce recurring and ad hoc financial reports related to cost performance, overhead trends, and other management reporting needs.
• Support audit readiness by assembling schedules, reconciliations, and other documentation required for annual external audit procedures.
• Help reinforce accounting controls by assisting with policy execution, reviewing compliance practices, and identifying areas for improvement.
• Enter and code financial data accurately within accounting systems while building strong working knowledge of system workflows and integrations.
• Recommend and support process improvements that streamline accounting tasks, enhance efficiency, and increase automation where appropriate.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to clarify discrepancies, address accounting questions, and support changes such as banking-related reporting updates or refinancing analysis.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• At least 3 years of accounting or financial reporting experience, including journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close responsibilities.
• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and the ability to apply accounting guidance to day-to-day transactions and reporting.
• Hands-on experience with general ledger accounting, account reconciliation, and financial statement support in a fast-paced business environment.
• Proficiency with Oracle NetSuite and solid Excel skills, including functions such as VLOOKUP and PivotTables.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and time management abilities, with the judgment to prioritize work independently in a changing environment.
• Experience with corporate tax, sales tax, or corporate tax return support is valued.

Compensation

$35.00-$45.00 Hourly

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