Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team at Northwest Financial Partners, a leading financial services firm in Portland, OR. We're urgently seeking a detail-oriented Senior Accountant to manage critical financial operations and drive strategic decision-making. This is an immediate opportunity to make a tangible impact in a collaborative environment where your expertise will directly shape our company's growth trajectory.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and analyze monthly/quarterly financial statements with actionable insights
- Manage accounts payable/receivable cycles and general ledger maintenance
- Conduct reconciliations for bank accounts, investments, and balance sheet accounts
- Lead month-end and year-end closing processes with accuracy
- Develop and implement internal controls for financial operations
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on budget forecasting and variance analysis
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance (CPA/MBA preferred)
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience in public/private sectors
- Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks, Excel, and accounting software
- Proven expertise in financial reporting and reconciliation processes
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
- Experience with multi-state tax compliance and audits
- Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities