Senior Accountant in Remote, Oregon - #72096 | VanderHouwen

Description

Job Id: 72096

Senior Accountant
Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations, financial reporting, and month-end close activities. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting professional with strong general ledger experience, exceptional analytical skills, and a proven ability to manage high-volume accounting activities while ensuring financial accuracy and compliance.

This role is fully remote. Candidates must reside in Oregon, Washington, Utah, or Idaho and must work PST hours.

Senior Accountant Responsibilities

• Review and analyze a high volume of journal entries and account reconciliations to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to accounting standards.
• Prepare, review, and interpret financial statements, providing insights and recommendations to support business decision-making.
• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, including account analysis, variance reporting, and financial reporting activities.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to support organizational planning and performance objectives.
• Partner with internal stakeholders and external auditors to support audits, strengthen internal controls, and improve accounting processes and procedures.

Senior Accountant Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field and 4–5+ years of progressive accounting experience; CPA preferred.
• Strong general ledger accounting experience, including journal entry preparation and review, account reconciliations, and financial statement analysis.
• Solid understanding of GAAP and financial reporting principles.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience working with enterprise accounting or ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills with exceptional attention to detail.

Compensation: $42-$43/hr. (DOE)

VanderHouwen Contractors Enjoy Exceptional Benefit Perks!
As an eligible contract employee with VanderHouwen, you’ll have access to a full suite of benefits designed with your well-being in mind. Our comprehensive package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and a matching 401(k) to help secure your future.

Meet VanderHouwen
What kind of recruiter do you see yourself working with? One who prioritizes your best interest, no matter what? VanderHouwen does, and we’re in it for the long game! Our recruiters focus on YOU, building meaningful, long-term relationships while developing a deep understanding of companies’ staffing needs and workplace cultures. This approach helps us find an ideal job match that aligns with your unique career aspirations and goals.

VanderHouwen is an award-winning, Women & Diversity-Owned, WBENC certified professional staffing firm. Founded in 1987, VanderHouwen places experienced professionals across the nation! Our recruitment teams specialize in either Technology and IT, Engineering, Human Resources, or Accounting and Finance career markets. Partner with us to land your next exciting career!

VanderHouwen is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. VanderHouwen does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state, or federal civil rights laws.

#LI-Remote