Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team at Northwest Financial Group, where precision meets innovation. We're seeking a meticulous Senior Bookkeeper to manage our growing portfolio of Portland-based clients. This hybrid role combines in-office collaboration with remote flexibility, offering a competitive salary package and growth opportunities in the heart of Oregon's business district.
As a cornerstone of our client services, you'll ensure financial integrity while contributing to strategic financial planning. Our collaborative culture values expertise and offers professional development through quarterly workshops and industry certifications.
Responsibilities
- Manage full-cycle bookkeeping for 15+ diverse small business clients
- Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements with actionable insights
- Oversee accounts payable/receivable processes and bank reconciliations
- Implement and optimize QuickBooks cloud-based accounting systems
- Coordinate with tax professionals for quarterly filings and year-ends
- Develop customized financial reports for client decision-making
- Maintain compliance with Oregon state tax regulations
- Train junior bookkeepers on best practices and software workflows
Qualifications
- 5+ years of professional bookkeeping experience with QuickBooks ProAdvisor certification
- Expert knowledge of GAAP principles and Oregon tax requirements
- Advanced proficiency in Excel with pivot table and formula mastery
- Proven experience managing multi-client portfolios with complex transactions
- Associate's degree in Accounting or Finance (Bachelor's preferred)
- Certified Bookkeeper (CB) or QuickBooks Online Advanced certification
- Exceptional attention to detail with error reconciliation experience
- Strong communication skills for client relationship management