We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a long-established manufacturing business in Woodinville, Washington on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent position. This role will play a key part in strengthening the company’s financial operations by introducing formal budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis processes that support leadership decision-making. The position begins onsite to ensure a smooth transition and collaboration with local leadership, with the opportunity to move into a hybrid arrangement over time.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead month-end close activities, ensuring financial results are recorded accurately and delivered on schedule.<br>• Maintain the general ledger by preparing and posting journal entries and reviewing account activity for completeness and accuracy.<br>• Perform account and bank reconciliations, resolve discrepancies, and help maintain strong financial controls.<br>• Create and manage the company’s annual operating budget, including establishing timelines, gathering input, and updating assumptions as business needs evolve.<br>• Prepare recurring forecasts, cash flow projections, and variance analyses, and explain financial performance trends in clear business terms.<br>• Conduct cost analysis to help leadership better understand product and operational expenses and support informed planning decisions.<br>• Partner with internal stakeholders to build practical budgeting tools and provide guidance on ongoing financial planning activities.<br>• Support capital spending evaluation and other financial analyses related to equipment and operational investments.<br>• Coordinate with the part-time bookkeeper and assist with periodic administrative finance tasks tied to onsite operations, such as handling incoming mail when needed.