Senior Accountant

Cadwell•Kennewick, WA

2d•$85,000 - $110,000

About The Position

The Senior Accountant is responsible for ensuring the integrity of the Company’s financial records through ownership of key accounting processes, including general ledger activity, account reconciliations, cash management, payroll accounting, tax compliance, and audit support. This role will serve as a critical contributor to the month-end close and financial reporting process, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and in accordance with GAAP. The Senior Accountant will also act as a primary liaison for audit activities, ensuring all financial data is complete, well-supported, and audit ready.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required; CPA preferred
4–7+ years of progressive accounting experience
Strong experience with general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and month-end close
Experience supporting or leading external audit processes
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal controls
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
Communicate clearly and professionally through listening, speaking, and writing skills
Computer Skills: MS Office and Google applications, CRM databases, QuickBooks and other systems and applications as requested/required
Complete work both independently and as an effective member of the team, adapting to changing requirements, deadlines, and priorities as needed
Critical success criteria include attention to detail, organized approach to work, effective time management and follow-through

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with sales tax, B&O tax, and automated tax systems (e.g., Avalara) preferred

Responsibilities

Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger and trial balance, including preparation and posting of journal entries (accruals, adjustments, and credit card activity)
Perform monthly account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies to ensure all balances are fully supported and compliant with internal standards
Support the month-end and year-end close process, including variance analysis and preparation of supporting schedules
Support cash and banking activities, including reconciliations, transaction monitoring, and cash forecasting input
Oversee payroll accounting and employee expense processes, including review of payroll entries, Concur expense approvals, and credit card reconciliations
Prepare and support sales and use tax and B&O tax filings, including reconciliation of Avalara outputs to the general ledger
Serve as a key point of contact for external and internal audits, preparing audit schedules, responding to requests, and ensuring timely, accurate delivery of support
Maintain strong internal controls and documentation standards, ensuring all financial activity is properly supported and audit-ready
Drive process improvements and the development of scalable accounting procedures and policies
Complete all federal and state census filings
Perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned