Senior Accountant

At Pacific Seafood, we do more than just provide the world with the healthiest proteins on the planet. We are an excellence-driven organization committed to being the brand of choice in the marketplace and the employer of choice in the community. We believe in servant leadership, investing in our team members, and rewarding performance. We live by the core values of our Diamond Philosophy: Quality, Teamwork, Productivity, and Excellence—which means consistently doing your best and always striving to do better.

Summary:

The Staff Accountant will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting at Pacific Seafood Group. This role requires a detail-oriented professional with strong technical accounting skills, proficiency in specialized software, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. The Staff Accountant will handle balance sheet reconciliations, fixed asset accounting, tax engagement support, and financial reporting while leveraging advanced Excel and ERP systems to drive efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Accounting Knowledge & GAAP: Strong knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP), ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
• Balance Sheet Reconciliations: Perform monthly balance sheet account reconciliations, identifying and resolving discrepancies to maintain accurate financial records.
• Fixed Asset Accounting: Manage fixed asset processes, including tracking, additions/disposals, and capital expenditure analysis, using fixed asset software (Sage Fixed Assets preferred).
• Tax Engagement Support: Assist with tax engagements by preparing schedules, gathering documentation, and coordinating with internal teams and external tax professionals to support tax compliance and reporting.
• ERP System Utilization: Leverage ERP systems and SAP Concur for expense management, transaction processing, report generation, and workflow optimization. Assist in system improvements and data integrity initiatives.
• Advanced Excel Analysis: Utilize advanced Excel functions (e.g., pivot tables, XLOOKUP, macros, embedded if/then) to analyze financial data, create reports, and support decision-making processes.
• Month-End Close: Support the month-end close process, including journal entries, accruals, and account analysis, to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and management, to support financial operations and business objectives.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance accounting processes, improve efficiency, and implement best practices.
• Audit Support: Assist with internal and external audits by providing documentation, schedules, and explanations as needed.

What You Bring to Pacific Seafood:

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
• Public accounting experience, or solid experience preferably in a corporate or manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting principles.
• Proven experience with balance sheet reconciliations and fixed asset accounting.
• Knowledge of fixed asset software (Sage Fixed Assets preferred) and ERP.
• Intellectual curiosity.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Detail-oriented with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with team members and stakeholders.
• CPA or progress toward CPA certification is a plus but not required.

Total Compensation

At Pacific Seafood, your base wage is only a portion of your overall compensation package. We invest in our Team Members through a comprehensive and attractive total rewards package, including but not limited to:

• Health insurance benefits options, including medical, prescription, vision, dental, basic group life and short-term disability
• Flexible spending accounts for health flex and dependent care expenses
• 401(k) retirement plan options with generous annual company profit sharing match
• Paid time-off for all regular FT team members to include sick days, paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Employee assistance program providing confidential professional counseling, financial and legal assistance at no charge to team members and immediate family members
• Product purchase program

Pacific Seafood is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.