Accounting Manager

Columbia Bank•Lake Oswego, OR

1d•$90,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Accounting Manager oversees the full cycle of accounts payable operations and associate reimbursement processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely payment execution. The role manages a dispersed accounting team and drives operational effectiveness, employee engagement, and continuous improvement. The position assists in developing and maintaining policies, procedures, and internal operating controls that support the integrity of the general ledger and related reporting. It is responsible for accurate and timely monthly financial and management reporting, and provides accounting support for planning acquisitions, expansions, systems conversions, and broader cross-department projects. The Accounting Manager leads staff in completing department tasks, goals, and objectives; supervises one or more units; guides work flows and volumes; and may serve as a project lead. The role manages the work of supervisors and individual contributors, including hiring, firing, performance appraisals, and pay reviews. It also ensures compliance with applicable bank regulations and policies, maintains knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements, and may coach, mentor, or train others. The role is expected to model Columbia Bank’s corporate culture, take personal initiative, and support its vision to become the “Business Bank of Choice.” Other duties may be assigned. This position is fully onsite at 5210 74th Street W, Lakewood, WA 98499. Occasional travel may be required. The pay range is $90,000–$120,000, with possible performance-based incentive compensation. The selected candidate’s pay depends on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, education, and geographic location.

Requirements

5–7 years of senior-level accounting or finance-related experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
2–4 years of supervisory experience.
Advanced knowledge of financial institution policies, procedures, internal controls, general ledger, and related financial systems and operations.
Ability to manage complex projects and concurrent assignments.
Verbal and written communication skills for multiple and varied audiences, with the ability to train, support, and mentor staff.
Strong knowledge and application of US GAAP, SEC requirements, Sarbanes-Oxley, and the general banking regulatory environment.
Intermediate analytical and financial interpretive skills, including use of Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel.
Ability to lead and develop high-performing teams, including conflict resolution, performance management, and fostering a collaborative work environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

Oversee full-cycle accounts payable operations and associate reimbursement processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely payments.
Manage a dispersed accounting team and advance operational effectiveness, employee engagement, and continuous improvement.
Assist in developing and maintaining policies, procedures, and internal operating controls that support the general ledger and related reporting.
Provide accurate and timely monthly financial and management reporting.
Provide accounting support for acquisitions, expansions, systems conversions, and broader cross-department projects.
Lead staff in completing department tasks, goals, and objectives; supervise units; guide workflows and work volumes; and serve as a project lead when directed.
Manage the work of supervisors and individual contributors, including hiring, firing, performance appraisals, and pay reviews.
Ensure compliance with bank regulations, policies, procedures, and required training; keep up to date on regulatory changes.
Maintain working knowledge of applicable written policies and regulations, including the Bank Secrecy Act, Regulation CC, and Regulation E.
Coach, mentor, or train others and teach coursework as a subject matter expert when asked.
Model Columbia Bank’s corporate culture, take personal initiative, and support its vision to become the “Business Bank of Choice.”
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans
401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match for qualifying associate contributions
Employee assistance program
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Tuition assistance
Mental health resources
Identity theft protection
Legal support
Auto and home insurance
Pet insurance
Online discount marketplace
Paid vacation
Paid sick days
Paid volunteer days
Paid holidays
Potential performance-based incentive compensation