Staff Accountant

Guardian Security Systems•Seattle, WA

3d•Remote

About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our finance team. The role supports daily accounting operations with a focus on general ledger reconciliations and month-end close. The staff accountant will assist in preparing accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with US GAAP. As needed, the role will assist accounts receivable with invoicing and payment applications. The ideal candidate is experienced in full-cycle accounting, highly organized, and versatile. Schedule: M-F, 8-hour shift scheduled within our operating hours of 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM PST. Work Setting: Remote Pay: $70,000 - $80,000 annually Supervisory Responsibilities: This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting from a four-year college or university
Minimum three years of related accounting experience
A strong understanding of US GAAP
Strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills; ability to work well with all levels of personnel
Experience with Washington state and local tax return preparation.
Intermediate or higher proficiency with Excel and other Microsoft products is required.
Intermediate or higher technical skills when using computers is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the security or construction industry is desired but is not required.

Responsibilities

Full cycle accounting, including preparing journal entries and general ledger reconciliations as part of the month end close process.
Identify issues and improvements to accounting processes, month end close and internal controls, bringing them promptly to the accounting manager’s attention and assisting in developing effective solutions.
Prepare and file monthly, quarterly, and annual excise tax returns for various cities and states, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.
Assist the accounts receivable team by applying payments and invoicing, as needed.
Assist accounting manager in monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting and forecasting.
Assist in preparation of working papers for annual financial review.
Help streamline existing accounting processes and procedures.
Assist in ad hoc projects including implementation or upgrades to accounting systems.

Benefits

Health, Vision, and Life Insurance premiums paid for by Guardian
Low-cost Dental Insurance
401(k) with company match after 1 year
AD&D insurance
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Flexible spending account (FSA)
Paid time off that builds with tenure
Sick Time
Additional 8 paid holidays
Tuition reimbursement/PAID Professional Development PTO (24 hours that renews every year!)