Senior Accountant

Tidal Vision•Everett, WA

17d•$85,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

Clear Water Services is hiring a Senior Accountant to support accurate financial reporting, manage complex accounting functions, and ensure alignment between finance, operations, and project teams. This role is responsible for preparing and analyzing financial statements, overseeing general ledger activities, and supporting project-based accounting including job costing and work-in-progress (WIP) schedules. The position requires strong knowledge of construction accounting principles, including contract review and percentage-of-completion (POC) revenue recognition. This individual will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure financial accuracy, compliance, and continuous process improvement. This position will be based out of our headquarters in Everett, WA, with collaboration across our locations in Rodeo, Rancho Cordova, Signal Hill, CA, and Ludington, MI.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
4–6+ years of professional accounting experience, including construction accounting experience (manufacturing a plus)
Strong knowledge of GAAP and cost accounting principles
Experience with job costing, WIP schedules, and POC revenue recognition
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems (NetSuite, Viewpoint, or similar preferred)
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Nice To Haves

Experience with ERP implementation or process improvement initiatives
Ability to communicate complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders
Strong cross-functional collaboration experience

Responsibilities

Support month-end and year-end close, including journal entries, reconciliations, and preparation of financial statements
Prepare and review consolidated financial reporting across projects or business units
Preform detailed account reconciliations across key financial areas
Prepare and analyze Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules and partner with project managers on cost tracking and variance analysis
Review financial activity including AP, AR, payroll, equipment costs, benefits, and tax-related transactions
Ensure accurate cost allocation and financial tracking across projects
Gather and validate closing documentation from subsidiaries or project teams
Conduct accounting research on complex transactions, including contract modifications and lease accounting
Support audit readiness and ensure compliance with GAAP and internal policies
Assist in developing and strengthening internal controls
Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and reporting efficiency
Support ERP systems and process improvements
Maintain fixed asset records and manage depreciation and lease accounting
Prepare documentation for audits and tax filings (sales tax, property tax, income tax)
Perform other duties as assigned by Finance Leadership