Senior Staff Accountant

Remote - Pacific Northwest (WA, OR, ID)

Seattle Search Group is partnering with a well-established professional services organization to identify a Senior Staff Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative, employee-focused company known for its outstanding culture, long-term employee retention, and commitment to professional development.

This role is ideal for an experienced accountant who enjoys a mix of financial reporting, project accounting, technical accounting, and partnering with operational leaders. You'll play a key role in maintaining the integrity of the financials while helping drive process improvements and supporting business growth.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger activity.
• Analyze financial results and investigate account variances.
• Support project accounting, client billing, and revenue recognition.
• Assist with payroll, banking, cash management, and credit card administration.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed.
• Participate in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Prepare sales and use tax filings.
• Coordinate annual audits and support external auditors.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies.
• Recommend and implement process improvements and strengthen internal controls.
• Assist with ERP system enhancements and accounting process optimization.
• Mentor junior accounting staff and collaborate with operational leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 5-7+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong experience with month-end close, financial reporting, reconciliations, and general ledger accounting.
• Project accounting or professional services accounting experience strongly preferred.
• CPA or progress toward a CPA is a plus.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience working with ERP systems.

Compensation & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO and paid holidays