Senior Accountant / Payroll - Arlington, WA

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Located in Arlington, WA

Salary: $45 per hour

Express Employment Professionals of Everett is hiring a Senior Accountant / Payroll Specialist for an industrial company located in Arlington, WA. This is a hands-on role responsible for managing and maintaining financial records and transactions across three facilities.

We are seeking an experienced individual to oversee financial processes, including weekly payroll and vendor payments. This role requires exceptional organizational skills, accuracy, and proficiency in QuickBooks. The Senior Accountant will also provide oversight to the front desk/Administrative Assistant and ensure compliance in all financial documentation.

Pay: $45/hour
Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Key Responsibilities

Financial & Fiscal Reporting

• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure proper transaction recording.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual compliance reports and tax filings.
• Reconcile credit cards and bank statements with the general ledger.
• Maintain depreciation schedules and fixed asset reporting.
• Perform month-end close activities related to inventory and COGs.
• Process intercompany transactions across two entities.
• Submit end-of-month documents to third-party accounting firm.

Accounts Receivable

• Handle credit memos with management approval.
• Collect and apply payments.
• Resolve invoicing issues and send lien waivers as needed.

Accounts Payable

• Match bills with purchase orders and process payments.
• Maintain vendor records (W9, address changes).
• Handle past-due requests and vendor inquiries.

Payroll

• Process weekly payroll for ~90 employees across three facilities.
• Prepare and distribute payroll reports for approval.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
• Experience: 5+ years in full-cycle accounting (manufacturing preferred).
• Skills:
  • Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and organized files.
  • Proficient in MS Office Suite and QuickBooks.
  • Self-starter with ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• Sick, and Holiday pay.
• Weekly paychecks until converted to client's payroll for this permanent position

Please Note: Applicants must have at least six months of recent work experience and provide two work references to be eligible to work through our office.

How to Apply

• Online: www.expresspros.com/apply
• Call: 425-339-8400 to schedule an interview
• Email: Send your resume to Jobs.EverettWA@expresspros.com (Subject: Accountant)
• App: Download the ExpressJobs app for the latest job openings

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