Sr. Accountant

Liberty Tire Recycling•Puyallup, WA

19h

About The Position

Liberty Tire Recycling is a high-growth provider of tire recycling services throughout the United States and Canada. The company transforms more than 210 million tires annually into raw materials for sustainable products, operates approximately 60 sites, and employs nearly 4,000 people. Its work focuses on reclaiming, recycling, and reusing scrap tires to support environmental goals and local consumers of scrap rubber. The Senior Accountant serves as a key financial partner to the Regional Controller and collaborates with regional and site leadership. The role supports accurate financial reporting, operational decision-making, and financial performance through general ledger management, month-end close activities, reconciliations, financial analysis, and compliance with accounting standards and company policies. The position uses Sage 500 ERP and other financial systems and contributes to improving accounting processes, reporting efficiency, and financial controls.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
3–5 years of progressive accounting experience.
Strong experience in general ledger accounting, financial reporting, month-end close, and account reconciliations.
Experience working with ERP systems.
Strong knowledge of GAAP and general accounting principles.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis and reporting.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and leadership.
Self-motivated, proactive, and results-oriented approach.
Ability to analyze financial trends and provide recommendations to support business objectives.
Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Nice To Haves

Experience within manufacturing, industrial, recycling, logistics, or supply chain environments.
Experience with Sage 500.
Experience with Power Query, Power Pivot, and Power BI.
CPA designation or progress toward certification.

Responsibilities

Lead month-end and year-end close activities to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
Prepare, review, and post journal entries, accruals, and account adjustments.
Perform balance sheet reconciliations and investigate and resolve discrepancies.
Maintain general ledger integrity and ensure compliance with accounting principles and company policies.
Compile, analyze, and interpret financial data to support business operations and management decision-making.
Prepare and review financial statements, management reports, and ad hoc analyses.
Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis processes.
Assist with consolidation and intercompany accounting activities.
Partner with operational and regional leadership to provide financial insights and recommendations.
Support annual audits and provide required documentation to external auditors.
Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting regulations, and corporate policies.
Use Sage 500 ERP and other financial systems to manage accounting and reporting functions.
Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting efficiency, and financial controls.