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Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

Sprague Pest SolutionsSteilacoom, WA, United States
11 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Description :

Own the numbers. Drive results. Build smarter financial systems.

Were looking for a Staff Accountant who doesnt just process transactionsbut takes charge of outcomes. In this role, youll be the backbone of our financial operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency while identifying opportunities to improve processes. If youre passionate about turning data into insights and building systems that work smarter, this is your chance to make a measurable difference.

What Youll Do

  • Payroll Leadership : Manage bi-weekly payroll, reconcile accounts, and deliver accurate reporting that keeps our teams paid and our books clean.
  • Month-End Mastery : Prepare accruals, post journal entries, and close the books with precision and speed.
  • Cash & Treasury Oversight : Forecast cash flow, manage banking relationships, and ensure liquidity for strategic decisions.
  • Financial Analysis : Go beyond reportinginterpret trends, deliver variance analysis, and provide actionable insights to leadership.
  • Process Improvement : Spot inefficiencies, recommend solutions, and implement changes that elevate accuracy and streamline operations.
  • Audit & Compliance : Own audit prep and ensure adherence to U.S. GAAP and company policies.

Why Youll Love This Role

  • Impact : Your work directly influences financial health and strategic decisions.
  • Growth : Opportunities to lead projects and shape processes.
  • Flexibility : Focus on outcomesnot the 9-to-5 grind.
  • Culture : Collaborative, innovative, and improvement-focused.
  • Why Join Sprague?

    At Sprague Pest Solutions , were more than a pest control companywere a team of passionate professionals who care about each other and our clients. We offer competitive pay, great benefits, and a chance to be part of something meaningful.

  • Impactful Work : Help businesses thrive by keeping their environments safe and pest-free.
  • Career Growth : We invest in your development with ongoing training and advancement opportunities.
  • Team Culture : Work alongside a supportive team of professionals who value integrity, innovation, and service excellence.
  • What youll get working here :

  • Annual Salary : $78,000-85,000 to start (depending on experience & credentials) plus annual bonus program
  • Unlimited growth opportunities, with continuing education and leadership training
  • Pride in your work and the Sprague mission
  • A supportive team environment based on family values
  • Benefits :

  • Health, Vision, Dental Insurance within 30 days of hire
  • 401K after 1 year, with 100% match up to 3% plus 50% match up to 6%
  • Paid time off : Personal time available day 1, holiday and vacation time after 90 days
  • Childcare assistance and college savings plan
  • Disclaimer : W. B. Sprague Company Inc. reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

    Equal Employment Opportunity : Sprague Pest Solutions is an Equal Opportunity employer and promotes diversity through a culture of inclusion and opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. We are a drug and smoke-free environment.

    Requirements : What You Bring

  • Education : Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred).
  • Experience : 2+ years in accounting with hands-on payroll and financial statement preparation.
  • Skills :
  • Advanced Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, formulas)

  • Familiarity with Sage, Bill.com, or similar platforms
  • Strong communicator who can simplify complex concepts for stakeholders
  • Mindset : Results-driven, detail-oriented, and committed to continuous improvement.
  • Must Haves :

  • Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field from an accredited university
  • Excellent communicator, both written and verbal, able to communicate complex concepts and risk factors to stakeholders and influence decision making
  • Ability and aptitude with Microsoft Office Suite and other technology necessary for successful day-to-day functioning in a business environment.
  • Value Adds :

  • CPA or desire to obtain
  • Experience with Sage Intacct
  • Supervisory experience
  • Pre-Hire Screening Requirements :

  • 5+ years Satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record
  • Criminal Background Check : Federal, State, County
  • Employment, Education, Credit Checks
  • 5-Panel Drug Screen
  • Job Description Details :

    Position Title : Staff Accountant

    Department : Accounting

    Reports to : Reports to Controller

    FLSA Status : Exempt

    Exemption : Administrative

    EEOC Class : Individual Contributor

    Salary : $78,000 82, 000 (up to $85,000 with CPA)

    Position Summary : The primary responsibility of the Staff Accountant is to oversee key accounting functions that support the organizations financial operations, including payroll processing, accruals, treasury management, and financial statement analysis. This role ensures accurate and timely financial reporting while maintaining compliance with U.S. GAAP and company policies. By implementing and improving accounting processes, the Staff Accountant prepares reliable, complete and accurate data as a foundation to make strategic financial insights and this directly contributes to the overall financial health and success of the portfolios of companies.

    Essential Functions :

    Payroll Processing :

  • Process bi-weekly payroll, manage payroll records, and ensure timely payment of payroll taxes and deductions; record payroll entries and prepare accruals at all locations as necessary.
  • Provide payroll-related cost insights based upon trends, budget and forecast to the field and leadership.
  • Reconcile payroll accounts and prepare year-end reporting (e.g., W-2s).
  • Prepare and reconcile medical accruals, ensuring proper allocation and reporting.
  • Allocate and reconcile employee benefits costs, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance.
  • Calculate, record, and reconcile bonus and commission accruals in accordance with company policies.
  • Accruals & Journal Entries :

  • Prepare and / or review certain accruals, including bonus, commission, and employee benefits.
  • Post and review adjusting journal entries as part of month-end and year-end closing procedures.
  • Treasury Management :

  • Oversee cash management, cash forecasting, and bank reconciliations.
  • Manage relationships with financial institutions and monitor cash flow.
  • Financial Statement Analysis :

  • Prepare Financial Statements, including reconciliations to supporting documentation of all accounts.
  • Analyze and interpret financial statements, including balance sheet and income statement, both consolidated and by profit center.
  • Prepare variance analysis and management reports.
  • Employee Accounts Receivable (AR) :

  • Monitor and reconcile employee AR balances, initiate collection efforts as needed.
  • Provide regular aging reporting to People Operations.
  • Miscellaneous Tases :

  • Debt Reconciliations
  • Cash position reporting
  • Miscellaneous deposits
  • Triple Net (NNN) calculations and communications
  • General Accounting Functions :

  • Coordinate and complete annual audits and tax filings.
  • Establish and adhere to proper accounting methods, policies, and principles.
  • Recommend and implement process improvements for efficiency and accuracy.
  • Document processes and Procedures.
  • Respond timely and thoroughly to stakeholder inquiries and requests.
  • Prepare PBC (prepared by client) schedules in advance for supervisor review prior to due date.
  • Respond timely and completely to subsequent PBC requests to ensure review timeliness.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Disclaimer : W. B. Sprague Company Inc. reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

    Equal Employment Opportunity : Sprague Pest Solutions is an Equal Opportunity employer and promotes diversity through a culture of inclusion and opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. We are a drug and smoke-free environment.

    Job Requirements :

  • Bachelors degree in accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or equivalent credentials preferred.
  • Minimum 2+ years of progressive accounting experience, including financial statement preparation and payroll processing.
  • Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles in the United States (US GAAP).
  • Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, V-Lookups, advanced formulas, external data connections).
  • Experience with financial database programs and web-based applications.
  • Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to prioritize and multi-task.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • High attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Staff supervision experience preferred.
  • Excellent communicator, both written and verbal, able to communicate complex concepts and risk factors to stakeholders and influence decision making
  • Ability and aptitude with Sage, Bill.com or similar accounting software, and other technology necessary for successful day-to-day functioning in a business environment.
  • Focus on project completion, not the 9-5 grind.
  • Ability to pass background screening requirements, including identity, education, credit, and criminal history checks
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • CPA or equivalent credentials; if no professional certification, desire to obtain
  • Experience with Sage Intacct
  • Positive attitude with continuous improvement mindset
  • Physical Requirements :

  • Long periods of stationary work, working on a computer, moving between various work areas, going up and down stairs, talking on the phone, working with office / computer equipment, and sitting at desk or table while listening, talking and taking notes.
  • Compensation details : 78000-85000 Yearly Salary

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