Senior GL Accountant

New Location: West Seattle **About this role** Outdoor Research is seeking a team\-oriented Senior GL Accountant who will own a wide array of general ledger activities * General responsibilities include overseeing the operational accounting of assigned GLs, financial statement analysis and audit support * Perform month\-end close duties related to COGS and inventory, prepare journal entries, complete reconciliations and analyze balances * Own the end\-to\-end process for the quarterly inventory obsolescence reserve and the semi\-annual cost roll * Manage monthly accounting for fixed assets and intangibles, posting journal entries and assessing assets for capitalization and impairment * Perform accounting duties related to retail stores including posting journal entries, completing reconciliations and preparing management reporting * Other ad\-hoc analysis and reporting tasks as needed **What you should bring to the table:** * Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field * 5\+ years of accounting experience * Knowledge of general financial and cost accounting principles, including experience with cost\-of\-goods sold and inventory * Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a proven ability to work independently * Strong analytical skills and the ability to identify root\-cause issues and propose solutions to leadership * Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail * Passionate and energetic team player who can work cross\-functionally with a variety of non\-finance teams * Proficient with accounting software and experience using an ERP system, business intelligence and reporting tools * Advanced Microsoft Excel skills **Preferred Qualifications:** * CPA preferred * Public accounting experience a plus * Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics * Experience with internal controls and SOX compliance **What do we bring to the table?** * 11 paid holidays each year and 3 floating holidays * PTO/PSST * Transportation benefits * Paid volunteer time * Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans * 401k with discretionary company match * Product discounts * Employee interest groups including various sports activities