Senior Accountant

Aston Carter • Fife, WA • 1h ago

Job Title: Sr. Accountant

Job Description

A mid-size manufacturing and machine shop located in the Fife/Auburn area is seeking a skilled Sr.Accountant for a 6-month temp-to-hire opportunity. This position is entirely onsite, with working hours from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The role involves maintaining the general ledger, preparing and reviewing journal entries, and ensuring compliance with company policies and GAAP standards.

Responsibilities

Maintain the general ledger, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and GAAP.

Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.

Lead the month-end and year-end close of accounts, including the issuance of financial statements.

Prepare daily/monthly financial and other reporting as well as ad-hoc analysis, as required.

Review and analyze CapEx requests and maintain the fixed asset sub-ledger.

Analyze and allocate manufacturing costs, establishing standards and reviewing cost variances.

Oversee accuracy in payroll operations, including timesheet reconciliation.

Oversee accuracy in accounts payable and accounts receivable operations, including reserves.

Maintain inventory valuation and ensure accurate recording of inventory transactions.

Verify monthly COGS accuracy.

Collaborate with the operations team to ensure accurate BOMs and routers for finished goods.

Work with the commercial team to analyze and report on customer/part profitability.

Coordinate with all teams for forecasting and adherence to plans.

Lead inventory cycle count program and reporting of results.

Manage monthly/quarterly tax filings, annual business licenses, and property tax filings.

Maintain intercompany transactions and prepare associated reconciliations.

Contribute to the development and maintenance of accounting policies and procedures.

Support external auditors and regulatory agencies during financial audits and reviews.

Provide direct support to the Finance team on budgets, special projects, and issue resolution.

Implement procedures to improve efficiency and reporting accuracy.

Essential Skills

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.

3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing accounting/finance environment.

In-depth knowledge of accounting principles and practices (GAAP).

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

High proficiency in Microsoft Office/Excel for financial analysis and reporting.

Strong ethics and integrity in handling sensitive financial information.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

CPA/CMA certification is a plus.

Experience with Pivot tables, Power BI, and Global Shop software.

Ability to maintain focus, adaptability, and task completion amidst interruptions.

We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to sex, race, or any other protected classification.

Medical, Dental & Vision

401(k)/Roth

Basic/Supplemental Life & AD&D

Short and long-term disability

HSA & DCFSA

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Company Paid Time off or State Sick Leave

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fife, WA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $48.00 - $52.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Fife,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 9, 2026.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.

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