General Ledger Accountant

GN Group•Vancouver, WA

1d•$37 - $39•Hybrid

About The Position

The GL Accountant supports the Director of Accounting with general accounting functions, focusing on general ledger activity, the fixed asset system, and month-end close. The role may also support Washington State Business & Occupation (B&O) tax and personal property tax filings. Success requires teamwork, cross-functional collaboration, prioritization, and the ability to understand accounting issues in a rapidly growing company. This hybrid role requires regular in-office work, and candidates must reside in the greater Vancouver–Portland metropolitan area. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with the specific hybrid schedule determined by business needs. Additional hours may be needed.

Requirements

At least 3 years of relevant accounting experience.
Knowledge of GAAP principles.
Experience assisting with closing the books, with key involvement in monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong general computer skills.
Analytical, technical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication skills.
Ability to foster teamwork and encourage collaboration across departments and functional teams through process, communication, and systems.
Bachelor’s degree required; preferably in accounting.
Flexibility to work additional hours as needed.
Must reside in the greater Vancouver–Portland metropolitan area.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a high-growth environment.
Previous experience with Great Plains.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain the fixed asset system, including preparing and recording entries to establish new assets and depreciate new and existing assets in accordance with GAAP and company policy.
Prepare reports and provide accounting information and analysis to departmental managers and the management team; produce timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial information and reports as directed.
Maintain the full inventory cycle, document inventory processes, perform monthly physical counts at the company warehouse, and reconcile counts to the general ledger and subledger.
Reconcile inventory held at a local vendor between the vendor’s records and the subledger.
Perform monthly general ledger account reconciliations and understand the activity in each ledger account.
Perform weekly bank account reconciliations.
Maintain and amortize prepaid expenses according to their terms.
Complete month-end close activities within two days and drive process improvements to reduce the close cycle.
As needed, prepare sales details by revenue type and state, and support monthly Washington B&O tax filing, the annual B&O reconciliation, and Washington personal property tax filing.
Assist with external financial audits and interim reviews.
Support the Director of Accounting with month-end Business Development Fund calculations, manufacturer report analysis, and external relationships as needed.