Senior General Ledger Accountant

Company: LHH US
Location: Newcastle
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Senior General Ledger Accountant Location: Seattle, WA (Hybrid) Schedule: Hybrid (3 days onsite / 2 days remote) Type: 9-month contract Compensation: $45-$55/hour (DOE) Job Summary Our client is seeking an experienced Senior General Ledger Accountant to support core accounting operations with a strong focus on general ledger ownership and month-end close. This role is ideal for a hands-on accountant who thrives in a fast-paced environment, has strong GAAP knowledge, and can independently manage reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting activities. CPA is not required. Key Responsibilities Own and maintain the general ledger, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP Prepare and review complex journal entries and supporting documentation Perform month-end and quarter-end close activities, including account reconciliations Analyze balance sheet and income statement accounts; investigate and resolve variances Assist with preparation of internal and external financial reports Support audits by preparing schedules and responding to auditor inquiries Partner with Finance and cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial data Identify opportunities for process improvements and increased efficiencies Assist with ad hoc projects, clean-up work, and system enhancements as needed Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field 5-8 years of general ledger or corporate accounting experience CPA not required Strong understanding of GAAP and full-cycle accounting Proven experience with month-end close and balance sheet reconciliations Experience working with ERP systems (NetSuite, Oracle, SAP, or similar preferred) Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP) Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and time-management skills Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a deadline-driven environment Nice to Have Experience in a mid-size or large corporate environment Prior contract or project-based accounting experience Exposure to system implementations or process improvement initiatives Benefits: LHH Recruitment Solutions benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria. If you are interested in this or other job opportunities available through LHH Recruitment Solutions, please submit your resume today at www.LHH.com! Pay Details: $45.00 to $55.00 per hour Search managed by: Cheyenne Wong Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate -privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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