Junior Staff Accountant

Full-time - Entry Level

Tacoma, WA

Air Transportation

About the position

TOTE Resources is looking for a Jr. Staff Accountant to join the team at our Downtown Tacoma office. In this position you will be responsible for period-closing journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, maintaining fixed assets, and supporting various accounting projects. This entry-level, hourly position focuses on ensuring accurate financial records and reports while adhering to established procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare period-closing journal entries to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations, identifying and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Maintain and update the fixed asset register, including tracking acquisitions, disposals, and depreciation schedules.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.
• Support the accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and reports for management review.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure the integrity of financial data and support operational needs.
• Identify opportunities to enhance accuracy through more efficient and effective processes as part of our culture of continuous improvement.
• Ensures proper adherence of internal controls to maintain the integrity over financial reporting.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related degree preferred.
• Effective communication skills.
• Works well with people at all levels.
• Problem solving, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, v-lookup, etc.) and Outlook applications.
• Strong team player with the ability to manage tasks efficiently and meet deadlines.
• Detail-oriented with ability to adapt to changing requirements.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short term disability
• Long term disability
• Employee assistance program
• 401(k) with company match and discretionary funding
• Tuition reimbursement
• Supplemental parental leave
• Jury duty leave
• Bereavement leave
• Minimum of 10 days' vacation
• 10 days sick leave
• 10 days paid holidays
• One floating holiday every 12 months
• Annual discretionary bonus (based on eligibility)