Accounting Manager

Location: Portland

Description We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to support a long-term contract opportunity in Tigard, Oregon. This position will oversee core accounting operations, guide close activities, and help ensure accurate financial reporting in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger expertise, sound cash management knowledge, and a hands-on leadership style with a genuine interest in learning the business.

Responsibilities:

- Lead month-end and period-end closing activities to ensure timely and accurate completion of financial results.

- Oversee general ledger operations, including reviewing journal entry activity and confirming postings are recorded correctly.

- Monitor cash-related reporting and provide clear visibility into balances and transactions.

- Supervise a small accounting team, offering direction, review, and day-to-day support to accounting staff across multiple locations.

- Coordinate account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies to maintain the integrity of financial records.

- Support audit preparation by organizing documentation and assisting with financial statement audit requests.

- Use Excel and related reporting tools to analyze accounting data and improve reporting accuracy.

- Adapt quickly to evolving business needs while building a strong understanding of processes and financial controls. Requirements - Proven experience managing month-end close processes within an accounting function.

- Strong working knowledge of general ledger activity, journal entries, and account reconciliation.

- Experience preparing for or supporting financial statement audits.

- Background in cash management and financial reporting.

- Prior people leadership experience with the ability to guide and review the work of accounting professionals.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for analysis, reporting, and account review.

- Ability to work effectively in a long-term contract role within a dynamic, detail-oriented environment.

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