Expense Accountant

Hansell Tierney is assisting our client, an executive office focusing on financial stewardship, legal counsel, information technology, travel, security, and property management of a principal and their family, in their search for an Expense Accountant .

JOB SUMMARY

The Expense Accountant is responsible for providing comprehensive financial and operational support to the company in overseeing the accuracy and completeness of non-compensation expense transactions. This role will work closely with the company’s core accounting and finance team and will directly report to the Deputy Controller. The Expense Accountant will work closely with various stakeholders of the company with the review and analysis of their expenses, including the timeliness of expenses being categorized in the general ledger, the accuracy of the coding, the completeness of the supporting documentation and reasonableness of the expenses in alignment with the company’s core objectives. This individual is detail-oriented, demonstrates good judgment, is organized, and able to support ad hoc projects as needed.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review and approve expense reports, ensuring correct coding and compliance with company policies resulting in accurate and timely distribution of financial data.
• Promote transformation by developing, documenting, and implementing expense management strategies, policies, and procedures to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of finance systems.
• Provide guidance and training to employees on expense management policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Analyze financial data and expense reports to identify trends, patterns, and areas for cost savings or improvements.
• Maintain proper internal control safeguards and policies in reviewing expense reports and partnering with key stakeholders of the company.
• Support the month-end close calendar, including but not limited to, finalizing expense reviews in the accounting team’s queue, supporting various stakeholders to complete their expense coding to promote a complete and accurate view of month-end financial positions, supporting the accounting team to review and record necessary journal entries, and reviewing and performing monthly reconciliations, if necessary.
• Contribute to annual budgeting cycle, quarterly reforecasting efforts and budget vs. actual analysis, in relation to the analysis of expense inquiries and trends.
• Support the Deputy Controller in the discovery and collaboration of tax considerations arising from non-compensation expenses incurred by the company at a local, state and federal level.
• Support the Contracts team to maintain vendor and supplier contracts and financial commitments in Workday system when opportunities arise in reviewing expense reports.
• As necessary, provide coverage over the Accounts Payable function, including processing invoices and new suppliers, preparing settlement runs, monitoring bank balances and partnering with cost center managers for approvals on supplier invoices.
• Provide analytical support on special projects, as necessary.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Ability to embrace values that align with organizational principles.
• Self-directed individual with initiative.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a prominent level of attention to detail, accuracy in work product, and focus on service.
• Ability to be a strategic thought partner while effectively executing tactical operations.
• Analytical and critical thinking skills including the ability to synthesize diverse information and make clear recommendations.
• High integrity and sound judgment in decision-making.
• Project management and execution skills.
• Ability to build and maintain trusted relationships with leaders and employees at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to perform well under pressure and maintain a positive, cooperative, and professional attitude under a variety of circumstances and time-sensitive situations.
• Ability to actively listen and work with others openly and transparently to create an environment where diverse viewpoints are valued and information is shared for the purposes of solving problems and achieving collective goals.
• Impeccable integrity and discretion with confidential matters and sensitive information.
• Ability to have fun at work alongside caring, warm, and friendly colleagues.
• Ability to offer creative solutions when faced with challenges, think through alternatives, implement the best course of action, and work toward effective solutions.
• Ability to work very well independently and collaborate with diverse teams of individuals as the situation requires.
• Ability to interact, share, and receive information and feedback in a way that builds trust and gains the confidence of others.
• Ability to effectively influence change.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 4-6 years of accounting and financial reporting experience.
• Experience reviewing expense reports, providing trends and analysis associated with non-compensation expenses.
• Strong general ledger, accounts payable and banking knowledge, including cost center level management and reporting experience.
• Ability to be discrete, as necessary, but maintain a high quality of work and collaboration with vendors, staff and management.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills as they relate to managing stakeholders and being a strategic partner within the finance team and larger organization.
• Must be able to work collegially and collaboratively.
• Ability to communicate professionally both verbally and in writing.
• Strong prioritization, time management and organizational skills.
• Strong proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite Software including Excel.
• Must be able to pass Background Investigation including Criminal, Public Records and Reference Checks.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong proficiency using Workday (or similar ERP system).

Employment Type: FTE, Non-exempt, Direct hire

Location: Seattle, WA. Hybrid/Onsite 2 days per week

Benefits: Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, disability and long-term care insurance, fertility benefit, backup caregiving solution, 144 hours of vacation, 96 hours of sick leave, 401k, HSA, FSA, annual target performance bonus, and more!

Compensation: $90,000 - $95,000 annually. The exact offer will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and will be aligned with the internal compensation philosophy and market analysis benchmarks conducted for the job.

Local candidates only

Visa sponsorship is not available

COVID Vaccine required

About Hansell Tierney:

Hansell Tierney is one of the premier staffing and recruiting companies in the Pacific Northwest. Launched in 2001, we are a woman-owned business that serves and staffs Northwest organizations by doing things the right way, not just the easiest way. Hansell Tierney partners with candidates and clients to match the best candidates with interesting local opportunities. We navigate every relationship with the highest level of discretion and service while holding ourselves accountable to our promises. Our business thrives on our deep understanding of the job market and our ability to skillfully tailor our recruitment process to meet our clients’ unique needs.