Accounting Lead (Service/Construction Industry)

Metro Safety and Fire, Inc.

$79K — $102K *
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • 5+ years of accounting experience
  • 2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience
  • Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
  • High attention to detail and strong organizational skills

Responsibilities

  • Manage daily accounting functions including AP, AR, and general ledger
  • Oversee month-end and year-end close processes
  • Prepare accurate financial statements and reports
  • Monitor cash flow and support budgeting and forecasting
  • Maintain organized, audit-ready financial records
  • Ensure compliance with financial policies and regulations
  • Partner with leadership to provide financial insights

Benefits

  • Health & Dental Insurance
  • 401(k) with Roth option + Employer Match
  • Paid Continuing Education & Training
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Family-oriented, pet-friendly workplace
Full Job Description
About the Job

Portland, OR / Vancouver, WA.

$79,040 - $102,960 + ESOP + Benefits.

What You'll Do:

You'll oversee day-to-day accounting operations while also supporting leadership with clear, reliable financial information.

Core Responsibilities:

  • Manage daily accounting functions (AP, AR, general ledger, reconciliations).
  • Oversee month-end and year-end close processes.
  • Prepare accurate financial statements and reports.
  • Monitor cash flow and support budgeting and forecasting.
  • Maintain organized, audit-ready financial records.
  • Ensure compliance with financial policies and regulations.


Business Support:

  • Partner with leadership to provide financial insights.
  • Help track performance against budgets and goals.
  • Identify opportunities to improve processes and efficiency.
  • Support department leaders with financial visibility.


What Success Looks Like:

  • Accurate and timely monthly financial reporting.
  • Strong control of accounts receivable and payable.
  • Clear visibility into financial performance and cash flow.
  • Organized, consistent, and reliable financial processes.


What We're Looking For:

Required:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • 5+ years of accounting experience.
  • 2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience.
  • Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
  • High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.


Preferred (but not required):

  • Experience in construction, service, or project-based accounting.
  • Experience with QuickBooks or similar accounting systems.
  • Experience improving or building financial processes.


Who You Are:

  • Accountable and reliable - you take ownership of your work.
  • Organized and detail-oriented.
  • Comfortable working in a structured, process-driven environment.
  • Clear communicator who can explain financials to non-financial team members.
  • Proactive problem-solver.


Compensation & Benefits:

  • Starting Salary: $79,040 annually.
  • Growth Potential: Up to $102,960 within 2 years.
  • Health & Dental Insurance.
  • 401(k) with Roth option + Employer Match.
  • Paid Continuing Education & Training.
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
  • Family-oriented, pet-friendly workplace.

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