Accounting Controller in Redmond, Oregon - #71327 | VanderHouwen

Description

Job Id: 71327

Accounting Controller
Our client is seeking a highly motivated accountant who is eager to build a strong foundation and grow alongside a fast-moving, high-growth start-up organization with strong backing. This individual contributor role is ideal for a recent graduate or early-career accountant who thrives in a hands-on environment, takes ownership quickly, and is excited by learning through real responsibility. The right candidate brings curiosity, accountability, and a positive, team-first mindset to a role with strong mentorship and clear upward mobility.

This role is a hybrid model in Redmond, Oregon. Candidates must live in or be willing to relocate to Central Oregon.

Accounting Controller Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day accounting operations including accounts payable, expense reports, credit card reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Assist with month-end close activities such as general ledger review, fixed assets, prepaids, inventory, and cash flow tracking.
• Perform daily banking tasks including reconciliations, payments, and deposits.
• Contribute to financial analysis, variance reporting, and preparation of financial statements.
• Partner closely with finance leadership and cross-functional teams on audits, payroll support, and special projects.

Accounting Controller Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a closely related field.
• 0–5 years of accounting experience (early-career or recent graduates strongly encouraged to apply). Start-up and/or manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Working knowledge of QuickBooks is helpful; exposure to ERP systems and payroll platforms a plus.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage confidential information professionally.
• Self-starter mindset with a positive attitude, strong follow-through, and desire to grow with the role.

Salary: $80K + Bonus.

Benefits
Benefits are available to eligible full-time employees and include coverage for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long term disability, and matching 401k.

Meet VanderHouwen
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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!

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