Accounting Manager (Controller-Track)
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Mt Vernon, WA, USA
USD 98k-138k / year
POSITION: Accounting Manager (Controller-Track)
CPA Preferred
Reports To: Ownership
Position Overview
We’re looking for an experienced Accounting Manager who’s ready to step into something bigger than a traditional role. This position is built as a Controller-track opportunity for a hands-on leader who wants real ownership, visibility, and a clear path to expanded financial leadership.
You’ll run day-to-day accounting operations while elevating the function—tightening controls, improving reporting, and building audit-ready financials under U.S. GAAP. Over time, this role will naturally expand into broader oversight of the close process, audits, and financial structure consistent with a Controller-level position.
If you’re someone who’s been executing at a high level but hasn’t yet been given the reins—this is that opportunity.
What You’ll Own
Accounting Operations & Accuracy
- Lead all core accounting functions: AP, AR, payroll coordination, general ledger, reconciliations, and month-end close
- Ensure financials are accurate, timely, and complete—no surprises
- Act as both a working manager and technical resource across the team
- Maintain clean, reliable data to support decision-making and growth
- Step in where needed—this is a leadership role, not a “delegate-only” role
Controller-Track Responsibilities
- Build and maintain audit-ready financials and supporting schedules
- Strengthen internal controls and close discipline
- Prepare for and support external audits as a primary contact
- Partner directly with ownership on financial review and insights
- Gradually take ownership of close oversight, reporting structure, and controls
Process Improvement & Systems
- Standardize workflows and reduce key-person dependency
- Improve documentation across all accounting processes
- Identify inefficiencies and implement practical solutions
- Elevate the clarity and usefulness of financial reporting
Team Leadership
- Lead, coach, and develop accounting staff
- Set expectations, hold the line on performance, and build accountability
- Foster a team that values accuracy, ownership, and continuous improvement
- Work cross-functionally to resolve issues with a company-first mindset
What You Bring
- Strong technical accounting foundation (GAAP)
- Multi-entity experience is a plus
- Advanced Excel skills—you don’t just use it, you leverage it
- Experience with accounting systems / ERP platforms
- Ability to operate as both a doer and a leader
- Organized, deadline-driven, and comfortable managing competing priorities
- Clear, confident communicator—especially with ownership
- A proactive mindset—you fix problems instead of working around them
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- CPA strongly preferred
- 5–7+ years of progressive accounting experience
- 2+ years in a lead or supervisory role
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: $98,000 – $138,000 annually (exempt)
- Medical, Dental, Vision benefit 100% paid for by employer for employee
- 100% employer-paid L&I coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Sick Leave: 1 hour per 40 hours worked
- Stable, team-oriented environment with long-term growth potential
Location & Work Environment
Hybrid role (primarily remote) with ability to report to:
- Mount Vernon (HQ): 13084 Ball Road
- Bellingham : 885 E Bakerview Rd.
Must be able to be onsite within 24 hours when needed. This means you need to be local to the area.
Note: Both locations are active construction & demolition recycling site. Expect truck traffic, dust, and noise in that environment.
NO RECRUITERS OR PLACEMENT AGENCIES
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