Job Description
Join our award-winning finance team at Northwest Financial Group as a Senior Accountant. We're seeking a meticulous professional to drive financial excellence in our Seattle headquarters. This role offers hybrid work arrangements and competitive benefits including health insurance, 401(k) matching, and professional development stipends.
Why join us? We're a top 10 Washington employer recognized for workplace culture and career growth. Our finance team directly influences strategic decisions at a company managing over $2B in assets.
Responsibilities
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements ensuring GAAP compliance
- Lead month-end closing processes and account reconciliations
- Manage fixed asset accounting and depreciation schedules
- Coordinate external audits and internal control assessments
- Develop financial models for budgeting and forecasting initiatives
- Mentor junior accountants and process improvement initiatives
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA/MBA preferred)
- 5+ years progressive accounting experience in public/private sectors
- Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks and ERP systems (SAP experience a plus)
- Expertise in complex reconciliations and financial reporting
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
- Experience with multi-state tax compliance
- Proven leadership in process optimization