BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Accountant 4 Job for an opportunity at Seattle WA or PST time zone Mostly remote (for locals will be 1-2 a month for special events or meetings)! Position Title: Accountant 4 Location: Seattle WA or PST time zone Mostly remote (for locals will be 1-2 a month for special events or meetings) Anticipated Start Date: ASAP Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date. Expected Duration: Contract of up to 01+ Months and possibility of extension (waiting on Budget confirmation) Job Type: Contract and Remote Pay Range: $55 - $57/hr. Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.). Top Skills: * Years of Experience Required: 8-10 overall years of experience in the field. * Degrees or certifications required: Bachelor's in accounting or related financial discipline degree is required to be eligible for this role. An advanced degree in a financial discipline is preferred. * Minimum 5+ years' experience with accounting knowledge and experience, preferably with partner incentives and SAP. * Minimum 5+ years' experience with Data management and analysis skills, including Excel and pivot tables. * Minimum 5+ years' experience with Compliance and control skills, including knowledge of federal and state tax laws. Job Description: Summary: The main function of an accountant is to analyse financial information and prepare financial reports to determine or maintain record of assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liability, or other financial activities within an organization. A typical accountant is responsible for analysing and communicating financial information for clients. Job Responsibilities: * Review accounting records, financial statements or other financial reports created by staff to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards. * Review and approve budgets and periodic reports that compare budgeted costs to actual costs. * Create recordkeeping and accounting systems. * Prepare forms and manuals for accounting and bookkeeping personnel and direct their work activities. * Survey operations to ascertain accounting needs and to recommend and/or develop solutions to business and financial problems. * Collect and analyse data to detect deficient controls, duplicated effort, extravagance, fraud, or non-compliance with laws, regulations, and management policies. * Prepare, analyse, and verify annual reports, financial statements, and other records, using accepted accounting and statistical procedures to assess financial condition and facilitate financial planning. Skills: * Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, and critical thinking. * Advanced ability to work independently and manage one's time. * Advanced ability to apply accounting and mathematical principles to work as needed. * Advanced ability to analyse business trends and project future revenues and expenses. * Advanced knowledge of federal, state, and company policies, procedures and regulations as related to accounting. * Previous experience with computer applications, such as Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and any other related accounting software. Education/Experience: * Bachelor's degree in accounting or related financial discipline required. An advanced degree in a financial discipline is preferred.