Senior Accountant (Fife,WA)

Aston Carter•Fife, WA

4d•$100,000 - $115,000•Onsite

About The Position

A mid-size manufacturing and machine shop located in the Fife/Auburn area is seeking a skilled Sr.Accountant for a 6-month temp-to-hire opportunity. This position is entirely onsite, with working hours from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The role involves maintaining the general ledger, preparing and reviewing journal entries, and ensuring compliance with company policies and GAAP standards.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing accounting/finance environment.
In-depth knowledge of accounting principles and practices (GAAP).
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
High proficiency in Microsoft Office/Excel for financial analysis and reporting.
Strong ethics and integrity in handling sensitive financial information.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

CPA/CMA certification is a plus.
Experience with Pivot tables, Power BI, and Global Shop software.
Ability to maintain focus, adaptability, and task completion amidst interruptions.

Responsibilities

Maintain the general ledger, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and GAAP.
Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
Lead the month-end and year-end close of accounts, including the issuance of financial statements.
Prepare daily/monthly financial and other reporting as well as ad-hoc analysis, as required.
Review and analyze CapEx requests and maintain the fixed asset sub-ledger.
Analyze and allocate manufacturing costs, establishing standards and reviewing cost variances.
Oversee accuracy in payroll operations, including timesheet reconciliation.
Oversee accuracy in accounts payable and accounts receivable operations, including reserves.
Maintain inventory valuation and ensure accurate recording of inventory transactions.
Verify monthly COGS accuracy.
Collaborate with the operations team to ensure accurate BOMs and routers for finished goods.
Work with the commercial team to analyze and report on customer/part profitability.
Coordinate with all teams for forecasting and adherence to plans.
Lead inventory cycle count program and reporting of results.
Manage monthly/quarterly tax filings, annual business licenses, and property tax filings.
Maintain intercompany transactions and prepare associated reconciliations.
Contribute to the development and maintenance of accounting policies and procedures.
Support external auditors and regulatory agencies during financial audits and reviews.
Provide direct support to the Finance team on budgets, special projects, and issue resolution.
Implement procedures to improve efficiency and reporting accuracy.