Senior Accountant

A large company in the downtown Seattle, WA area is partnering with LHH to identify a temporary to hire Senior Accountant. The team is looking for some immediate help in the department and hoping that this person will be a good long-term fit as well. You must have a bachelor's degree in accounting and at least five years of progressive accounting experience. This position is fully in office in Seattle.
Responsibilities:

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Process month-end and year-end close, including journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Support audits by preparing schedules, responding to auditor inquiries, and maintaining proper documentation
• Analyze financial data and provide insights to leadership for budgeting, forecasting, and decision-making
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and regulatory requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience, with strong knowledge of GAAP
• Proven experience managing full-cycle accounting, including month-end close and financial reporting
• Advanced proficiency in Excel (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data analysis) and accounting systems (ERP experience preferred)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
• Experience supporting audits and maintaining compliance with internal controls and regulatory standards
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams

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