Senior Accountant Needed in Bellingham, WA - DIRECT HIRE

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Senior Accountant - PUBLIC ACCOUNTING EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED
Direct hire Senior Accountant for a full service accounting firm providing comprehensive accounting, tax, and consulting services to individual and business clients throughout Northwest Washington and British Columbia. Provide the highest level of professional assistance including specialized expertise in the areas of U.S./Canada cross border services, estate planning, and business succession as well as industry specific services for agriculture, construction, and manufacturing clients.

Responsibilities:
• Complete complex tax returns, compilations, reviews, audits and research
• Direct, train, review, and supervise staff on routine accounting, tax, and audit engagements.
• Plan, schedule, and interview clients/develop client relationships
• Prepare engagement budgets

Preferred Qualifications: :
• 3+ years experience in public accounting, demonstrating a progression of complexity of auditing and accounting tasks and tax knowledge
• Bachelors or Masters degree in Accounting
• Current and valid CPA license (or foreign equivalent)
• Superior written and verbal communication skills with staff and clients
• Previous supervisory experience or a strong aptitude
• Strong team ethic
• Good problem solving skills

This position offers an extremely competitive compensation package including performance incentives and benefits.
Keywords:
Fixed asset accounting, business process re-engineering, risk management, value added analysis, SAP, GAAP, financial projections, general ledger, trial balance, financial statements, expense analysis, tax reporting, tax planning, payroll, benefits administration, portfolio management, cross functional team leadership, financial and strategic planning, P & L management, auditing and compliance, operating and working capital, budget management, mergers and acquisitions, cash flow management, business valuations, data warehouse reporting, audits and compliance, A/P, A/R, regulatory accounting, CA, ICWA, MBA, ICFAI, MS Excel, bank reconciliations, Crystal reports and spreadsheets, ICFAI, MS Excel, bank reconciliations, Crystal reports and spreadsheets.
Staff accountant, financial planner, cost accountant, portfolio manager, finance manager, financial reporting analyst, international controller, financial analyst, VP of finance, CFO, chief financial officer, treasurer, assistant controller, bookkeeper, accounts payable clerk, accounts receivable clerk, collections specialist, mutual fund analyst, credit analyst, payroll clerk, payroll manager, financial assistant, director of investor relations, procurement specialist and or purchasing manager.

REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor Degree Required

Compensation: Depending on experience
Location: Bellingham, WA
Duration:

We have an immediate opportunity for one of the largest Fortune 500 companies Headquarter that is located in Beaverton, OR

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Working on Java development projects for the company's.net as a business systems analyst. It is the company's business to business web portal. Development of use cases and storyboards to describe system behavior. Experience designing web based systems is required. Knowledge and experience designing supply chain related applications is a plus. Knowledge of SAP R3 system is a plus.

Analysis & Design –
• Work with remote groups such as vendors, other facilities and or departments to gather and document strategic and tactical requirements from the business.
• Performs technical analytics related to advanced data analysis, data mining, source to target mapping.
• Create and maintain complex context process and system diagrams.
• Performs advanced systems analysis and documents system processes.
• Coordinate and communicate functional requirements of biz unit and technical solutions with IT capability resources by designing and documenting advanced functional specs.

Project Support –
• Works with systems personnel to implement design.
• Communicates project status to mgmt/biz. Develops project plan/timeline.
• Provides input to project mgmt. Provides input on Risk management.
• Provides support and participates in change management at department and end user level.

Biz Consulting –
• Lead and participate in SME discussions.
• Communicate and document system changes to biz.
• Advocates business customer’s interest and requests across all relevant IT groups.
• Lead and assist with change management.
• Translate system functionality into biz-relevant language.
Extensive written and verbal communication skills are required.

REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor Degree Required

Compensation: Depending on experience, range about $90K - $110K
Location: Beaverton, OR
Duration: +- 12 months

Responsible for developing, interpreting and implementing financial models for financial planning and control. Analyzes and reports on financial performance of projects and programs. Assists with development, interpretation and implementation of financial models for financial planning and control. Analyzes and reports on financial performance of projects and programs.

REQUIREMENTS: 2-5 years work related experience required. Excellent analytical skills required. Experience with Microsoft products required. May require work related experience and/or special knowledge in relevant area. Bachelor's degree in Finance or related field required.
Compensation: Depending on experience
Location: Redmond, WA / Bellevue, WA
Duration: 12 months

We have an immediate opportunity for one of the largest Fortune 500 companies Headquarter that is located in Beaverton, OR

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Functional Leadership – Participates in functional discussions and initiatives across departments and may provide input into business unit planning. Develops internal and/or external partnerships that leverage resources and improve business unit responsiveness.

Financial Analysis and Counsel – Prepares and distributes timely and insightful financial analysis of pertinent information to determine progress against strategic plan, budget and forecast. Leverages strong understanding of financial systems and data elements. Leads projects and continually seeks ways to improve financial processes.

Actively interprets and reviews financial results with business managers, including trends/issues and opportunities, to drive actionable responses. Ensures management is educated on use and interpretation of financial reports and metrics. Advises on financial implications of business decisions. Identifies and/or develops relevant management reporting and analytical tools. Verifies that financial activity is recorded in accordance with GAAP. Researches financial anomalies and makes corrections as necessary. Performs analysis for Director and CIO to support financial discussions. Works on special projects or taskforces as assigned.

Manage and Drive Profitability & Cash Flow – Performs analysis that aids in the decision-making process and helps improve profitability. Monitors monthly progress against budgets/targets and works with managers to ensure accountability. Looks for opportunities to assist managers in more efficient or effective ways to invest their resources. Reviews risks and opportunities of plans with financial management.

Monitors that working capital is efficiently and effectively being used (inventory and AR focus). Develops and monitors appropriate metrics focused on the P&L, balance sheet and free cash flow (such as CACC, ROIC). Monitors operating and capital spending. Ensures adherence to appropriation request policy and performs complete ROI analysis. Performs financial analysis on new business opportunities, which include scenario and investment analysis.

Financial/Strategic Planning Process – Participates in the strategic and business planning process from a financial perspective. Generates budgets that incorporate strategic business plan objectives and incorporates appropriate assumptions. Councils and trains business managers on budgeting process, budget development, and changing strategic objectives within the area of responsibility. Executes the monthly forecasting process for assigned division, category, gender group, or cost center. Integrates input from business managers and reviews assumptions in light of current business conditions and market indicators. Reviews forecast assumptions with Finance Manager and/or with business managers.

Financial Integrity – Participates in the Financial Planning team’s support of the Controlling team’s ultimate responsibility for the integrity of the financial statements (management and statutory) and compliance with US GAAP. Monitors and analyzes that accounts are properly stated and classified. Works with local Accounting staff on the implementation, documentation and maintenance of Corporate and Region accounting policies and procedures. Works with Corporate Audit and the Region Controlling team to monitor, recommend and implement improvements to internal controls.

REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor Degree Required

Compensation: Depending on experience, range up to $63K
Location: Beaverton, OR
Duration:

We have an immediate opportunity for one of the largest Fortune 500 companies Headquarter that is located in Beaverton, OR

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Financial Planning Analyst - need to have SAP experience

Financial Analysis and Counsel – Participates in the preparation and distribution of timely and insightful financial analysis of pertinent information to determine progress against strategic plan, budget and forecast. Utilizes understanding of financial systems and data elements. Participates in projects and contributes process improvement ideas. Participates in the interpretation and reviewing of financial results within assigned area of responsibility. Under general guidance, produces relevant management reporting and analytical tools. Verifies that financial activity is recorded in accordance with GAAP. Researches financial anomalies and makes corrections as necessary. Participates in the preparation of analysis for Investor Relations and CFO to support external financial discussions. Works on special projects or taskforces as assigned.

Manage and Drive Profitability & Cash Flow – Performs analysis that aids in the decision-making process and helps improve profitability. Monitors monthly progress against budgets/targets and works with managers to ensure accountability. Looks for opportunities to assist managers in more efficient or effective ways to invest their resources. Reviews risks and opportunities of plans with financial management.

Monitors that working capital is efficiently and effectively being used (inventory and AR focus). Develops and monitors appropriate metrics focused on the P&L, balance sheet and free cash flow (such as CACC, ROIC). Monitors operating and capital spending. Ensures adherence to appropriation request policy and performs complete ROI analysis. Performs financial analysis on new business opportunities, which include scenario and investment analysis.

Financial/Strategic Planning Process – Generates budgets that incorporate strategic business plan objectives and incorporates appropriate assumptions. Assists in training business managers on budgeting process, budget development, and changing strategic objectives within the area of responsibility. Participates in the monthly forecasting process for assigned division, category, gender group, or cost center. Integrates input from business managers and reviews assumptions in light of current business conditions and market indicators. Reviews forecast assumptions with Finance Manager and/or with business managers.

Financial Integrity – Participates in the Financial Planning team’s support of the Controlling team’s ultimate responsibility for the integrity of the financial statements (management and statutory) and compliance with US GAAP. Monitors and analyzes that accounts are properly stated and classified. Works with local Accounting staff on the documentation of Corporate and Region accounting policies and procedures. Works with Corporate Audit and the Region Controlling team to recommend improvements to internal controls.

Works as part of a team to compile, analyze and distribute financial data back to the various business functions within the company. Must have prior background as a financial analyst, solid accounting foundation and experience with Windows based PCs. Intermediate level professional position requiring a Bachelor’s degree and 2-4 years exp unless otherwise noted.

REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor Degree Required

Compensation: Depending on experience, range up to $63K
Location: Beaverton, OR
Duration:

We have an immediate opportunity for one of the largest Fortune 500 companies Headquarter that is located in Beaverton, OR

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As our Senior Business Systems Analyst, you'll act as the liaison between our business partners and our IT Engineering teams. You’ll be responsible for facilitating the development of our web-based platforms for eCommerce and our brand marketing sites. You’ll communicate the vision for the system by analyzing high-level designs and extracting requirements from business objectives, documenting those requirements and refining them into technical action items. You'll then conduct testing and quality control to ensure that documented business requirements are met by the system design. In addition, you'll consult with business clients on needed business processes to support enhanced functionality. If you thrive in a free form, dynamic environment and enjoy taking the initiative to get things done, this could be the team for you!

Requirements for this position include:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science or a related field
• 2 years' additional experience in lieu of a degree
• 5 years' experience in IT or business
• 2 years' experience in the role of a Business Systems Analyst working with the business users and leading or requirements definition, design and documentation of system behavior
• 2 years' experience developing/supporting transaction based websites in one or more of these areas: e-Commerce, customization, user driven content, interactive or self service sites is strongly preferred
• Ability to quickly assimilate and communicate complex systems integration processes and issues to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Ability to thrive in a non-structured environment with complex and competing objectives
• Strong background in systems analysis and design
• Experience with system integration across multiple platforms
• Experience developing test plans, building test data and testing new or enhanced application functions
• Experience reading and writing SQL is preferred
• Background within the retail business sector is preferred
• Experience developing in a multi-language/multi-currency environment is preferred
• Experience in CRM and Call Center applications is preferred.

REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor Degree Required

Compensation: Depending on experience, range up to $108K
Location: Beaverton, OR
Duration:

We have an immediate opportunity for one of the largest Fortune 500 companies Headquarter that is located in Beaverton, OR

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The investigation, analysis, documentation, and resolution of reporting and Business Intelligence system issues. The definition of requirements for improving any aspect of the processes and systems. The creation of viable specifications in preparation for the construction of information systems. Work with business to define business/product requirements. Work independently or in a team to interview end users of systems, collect requirements, develop use cases, and work with application engineers to develop one or more business systems. Consults with business users to provide them with the knowledge needed to run their business. May include business or technical knowledge.

REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor Degree Required

Compensation: Depending on experience, range up to $110K
Location: Beaverton, OR
Duration:

We have an immediate opportunity for one of the largest Fortune 500 companies Headquarter that is located in Beaverton, OR

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The right candidate for this position must have specific experience in Business Analysis more so than Business Analysis, experience with retail industry and retail systems, and requirements gathering.

processes and in the right way (Globally, Consistently, Efficiently, Reliably, and Responsibly) to enable optimal performance for Retail. You will create and maintain a collaborative partnership with the Retail IT Engineering teams and our Retail Business Units that will enable you to resolve issues and define requirements for enhanced processes and systems. You’ll be responsible for delivering end to end solutions using diverse accountabilities in a Retail specific environment. These accountabilities include system and data analysis, reporting and data mapping, creating context and process diagrams, documenting business requirements and functional specifications, business and system use cases, creating and executing comprehensive test plans, and working with business users to document user operating instructions. This opportunity also involves influencing and communicating with business partners on the vision of our Retail systems at a strategic and tactical level. Possibility of leading small to medium size projects.

* 4 years (with 4 year technical degree)

Requirements for the position include:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science or a related field
- 5 years' experience in an IT environment
- 2 years' additional experience in lieu of a degree
- 3 years' experience in a business systems analyst role leading requirements definition, design documentation, use case development and analysis of system behavior
- Working knowledge of the Microsoft Product Suite applications
- Strong verbal and written communication skills that include the ability to elicit information, actively listen, dialogue freely, and recap ideas effectively with the business and IT staff
- Ability to conduct problem solving and decision making at strategic and tactical levels
- Ability to persuade and influence people to take desired actions and consistently meet deadlines
- Ability to develop an understanding of the customers, competitors and retail trends
- Background in the Retail Business Sector is highly preferred
- Knowledge of retail software is preferred
- Knowledge of reporting tools is preferred
- Retail math skills
* Additional Need
Proficiency in effective requirements gathering and gap analysis
Experience and understanding of software development methodologies
Experience documenting business use cases
Experience in production support and post-implementation support
Mid-level retail systems and process experience including POS experience and merchandising solutions a plus

REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor Degree Required

Compensation: Depending on experience, range about $90K - $110K
Location: Beaverton, OR
Duration: +- 12 months

Develops, implements and/or maintains one or a combination of many general accounting systems. Generates reports from financial systems and may provide analysis on reports. May maintain receipts and disbursement reports. May prepare federal, state, and local reports and tax returns.

REQUIREMENTS: 2-5 years work related experience required. May require work experience and/or special knowledge in relevant area. Knowledge of SAP and Microsoft products preferred; knowledge of Excel required. Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field required.
Compensation: Depending on experience
Location: Redmond, WA / Bellevue, WA
Duration: 12 months

Responsible for one or more of the following activities:
checks and verifies records, prepares invoices and vouchers, processes expense reports, posts ledger and journal entries and/or balances accounts payable and accounts receivable records. Uses financial systems to input data, generate reports, conduct specialized research projects and respond to inquiries.

REQUIREMENTS: 1-3 years work related experience required. May require work experience and/or special knowledge in relevant area.
Knowledge of SAP and Microsoft products preferred; knowledge of Excel required. 10 key by touch required.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field preferred.
Compensation: Depending on experience
Location: Redmond, WA / Bellevue, WA
Duration: 12 months