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Northwest Center is hiring: Staff Accountant in Bellingham

Northwest Center, Bellingham, WA, United States, 98227

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Northwest Center (NWC) is seeking a Project Accountant to join our team.
Founded in 1965 by Washington parents of children with disabilities, NWC provides services for people with disabilities from cradle through career. Our culture is OneNWC, where everyone is connected, valued, included, and welcomed.
LithtexNW, part of the Northwest Center family, is looking to add a Project Accountant to support our Bellingham team.
As Project Accountant, you will provide essential financial and administrative services to LithtexNW, supporting accounts payable and receivable, cash management, and financial reporting. You will play a key role in maintaining financial integrity across projects, supporting budgeting efforts, and analyzing financial data for decision-making. There are also opportunities to collaborate on customer billing and monitor account activity, contributing to a high-functioning, detail-oriented team.

Location: Bellingham, WA
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday
Wage Range: $31.25 - $36.05 per hour
What we offer:
  • Competitive and affordable Medical (including hearing & hardware coverage), Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
  • 17 Paid Time Off Days Annually
  • 7 Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday; 3 Floating Holidays after one year
  • Parental Leave & Paid Compassion Leave
  • Retirement 401(K) with company match
  • Employment Assistance Program (EAP) via Spring Health
  • Mental Wellness Program with six free therapy sessions per year
  • Company-Provided Orca Pass with Unlimited Use OR Transportation Benefit of $50/month
  • Opportunity for career development through NWC Mentorship Match
  • Opportunity to be a mentor or mentee via NWC’s Mentorship Program
  • Physical Wellness Reimbursement - $25/month
  • Student Loan Contribution - $50/month
  • Pet Insurance Discount
Responsibilities:
  • Process accounts payable, including coding, approvals, invoice management, and payments
  • Manage accounts receivable, including billing and invoicing
  • Handle daily cash deposits, receipts, and postings
  • Conduct financial data analysis for projects
  • Prepare and analyze financial reports and schedules
  • Maintain accurate financial records and documentation
  • Support budgeting, expenditure tracking, and financial analysis
  • Audit records and support billing and accounts payable processes
  • Analyze trends and costs to support decision-making
  • Monitor past-due accounts and process credit card payments
Qualifications:
  • Associate's Degree in Accounting or related field required
  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field preferred
  • Two or more years of experience in accounting/finance
  • Proficiency with an Accounting ERP system
  • Excellent customer service skills and professionalism
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to maintain confidentiality
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team
Northwest Center is committed to reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Contact us at jobs@nwcenter.org if needed.
We celebrate diversity and inclusion, supporting individuals of all abilities. We are an equal opportunity employer, including disability and veterans' status.
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