Senior Accountant

JOB TITLE:

Sr. Accountant

DEPARTMENT:
Corporate

REPORTS:
Accounting Lead

STATUS: EXEMPT/SALARY

LOCATION:

Everett, WA

SALARY RANGE: $85,000 - $90,000

Benefits:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance, optional FSA/HSA, 401k with 6% employer match, life and AD&D insurance, Employee Assistance Program, short & long term disability, tuition reimbursement, 21.67 days of paid time off + 10 holidays

About Tidal Vision and Clear Water Services:

Water is the most precious resource and is needed by every industry.

At Tidal Vision, we create solutions that are proven to reduce non-biodegradable metal-based polymers and enhance the performance of treatment systems. We remove pollutants for stormwater, industrial wastewater, drinking water, and more in a greener way.

Clear Water Services was acquired by Tidal Vision in 2023 and leads the industry as water treatment application experts. Specializing in compliance management and solutions that are designed to capture our customers’ needs, challenges, and mission, Tidal Vision and Clear Water Services offer a suite of solutions for all customer needs.

Together, we are on a mission to solve the water treatment industry's greatest challenges.

Clear Water Services is hiring a Senior Accountant to support accurate financial reporting, manage complex accounting functions, and ensure alignment between finance, operations, and project teams. This role is responsible for preparing and analyzing financial statements, overseeing general ledger activities, and supporting project-based accounting including job costing and work-in-progress (WIP) schedules. The position requires strong knowledge of construction accounting principles, including contract review and percentage-of-completion (POC) revenue recognition.

This individual will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure financial accuracy, compliance, and continuous process improvement. This position will be based out of our headquarters in Everett, WA, with collaboration across our locations in Rodeo, Rancho Cordova, Signal Hill, CA, and Ludington, MI.

• Support month-end and year-end close, including journal entries, reconciliations, and preparation of financial statements
• Prepare and review consolidated financial reporting across projects or business units
• Perform detailed account reconciliations across key financial areas

• Prepare and analyze Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules and partner with project managers on cost tracking and variance analysis
• Review financial activity including AP, AR, payroll, equipment costs, benefits, and tax-related transactions
• Ensure accurate cost allocation and financial tracking across projects

• Gather and validate closing documentation from subsidiaries or project teams
• Conduct accounting research on complex transactions, including contract modifications and lease accounting
• Support audit readiness and ensure compliance with GAAP and internal policies

• Assist in developing and strengthening internal controls
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and reporting efficiency
• Support ERP systems and process improvements

• Maintain fixed asset records and manage depreciation and lease accounting
• Prepare documentation for audits and tax filings (sales tax, property tax, income tax)
• Perform other duties as assigned by Finance Leadership

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 4–6+ years of professional accounting experience, including construction accounting experience (manufacturing a plus)
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and cost accounting principles
• Experience with job costing, WIP schedules, and POC revenue recognition
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems (Net Suite, Viewpoint, or similar preferred)
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

• Experience with ERP implementation or process improvement initiatives
• Ability to communicate complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders
• Strong…