Accounting Manager (Controller-Track)

Lautenbach Recycling•Mount Vernon, WA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

We’re looking for an experienced Accounting Manager who’s ready to step into something bigger than a traditional role. This position is built as a Controller-track opportunity for a hands-on leader who wants real ownership, visibility, and a clear path to expanded financial leadership. You’ll run day-to-day accounting operations while elevating the function—tightening controls, improving reporting, and building audit-ready financials under U.S. GAAP. Over time, this role will naturally expand into broader oversight of the close process, audits, and financial structure consistent with a Controller-level position. If you’re someone who’s been executing at a high level but hasn’t yet been given the reins—this is that opportunity.

Requirements

Strong technical accounting foundation (GAAP)
Advanced Excel skills—you don’t just use it, you leverage it
Experience with accounting systems / ERP platforms
Ability to operate as both a doer and a leader
Organized, deadline-driven, and comfortable managing competing priorities
Clear, confident communicator—especially with ownership
A proactive mindset—you fix problems instead of working around them
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
5–7+ years of progressive accounting experience
2+ years in a lead or supervisory role

Nice To Haves

CPA Preferred
Multi-entity experience is a plus
CPA strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Lead all core accounting functions: AP, AR, payroll coordination, general ledger, reconciliations, and month-end close
Ensure financials are accurate, timely, and complete—no surprises
Act as both a working manager and technical resource across the team
Maintain clean, reliable data to support decision-making and growth
Step in where needed—this is a leadership role, not a “delegate-only” role
Build and maintain audit-ready financials and supporting schedules
Strengthen internal controls and close discipline
Prepare for and support external audits as a primary contact
Partner directly with ownership on financial review and insights
Gradually take ownership of close oversight, reporting structure, and controls
Standardize workflows and reduce key-person dependency
Improve documentation across all accounting processes
Identify inefficiencies and implement practical solutions
Elevate the clarity and usefulness of financial reporting
Lead, coach, and develop accounting staff
Set expectations, hold the line on performance, and build accountability
Foster a team that values accuracy, ownership, and continuous improvement
Work cross-functionally to resolve issues with a company-first mindset