Accounting Manager

Your Role:

• Manage core accounting functions including general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, tax, and treasury for Brighton Jones, its subsidiaries, and client entities. 
• Lead monthly and quarterly close processes, ensuring timeliness, accuracy, and compliance with U.S. GAAP and company policies; proactively identify issues and recommend solutions while maintaining consistency and leadership during close. 
• Prepare and deliver accurate financial reporting packages and support external reviews and audits. 
• Drive automation, system optimization, and process improvements to enhance efficiency, scalability, and data integrity. 
• Serve as a subject matter expert in accounting practices and processes, providing clear, consistent guidance and education to non-accounting teammates. 
• Develop, maintain, and strengthen accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure accurate financial reporting. 
• Supervise, mentor, and review the work of junior accounting staff, fostering growth, accountability, and high performance. 
• Foster a respectful, high-integrity, and collaborative work environment that reflects company values and promotes a positive team culture. 

Your Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field required.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required 
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience; a mix of public accounting and industry experience preferred. Experience in the wealth management industry is a plus. 
• Experience working in an organization with at least $100M in annual revenue; private-equity-backed and high-growth environments preferred. 
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC requirements and controls, and partnership tax concepts (including basis tracking and K-1 implications). 
• Proficiency with ERP systems (NetSuite preferred), Salesforce, and advanced Excel. 
• Experience in maintaining continuous audit readiness through rigorous work-paper preparation and proactive resolution of complex accounting inquiries  
• Demonstrated attention to detail with a consistent track record of producing accurate, high-quality work while maintaining efficiency. 
• Proven expertise in spearheading automation initiatives, optimizing systems, and implementing process improvements  
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to problem-solve and multitask in a fast-paced environment. 
• Proven ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders to achieve successful outcomes in cross-functional initiatives. 
• This role is an in-office, full-time, and exempt position. We are a work from office culture with lots of flexibility.

Compensation

• Pay:  $135,000 - $160,000 per year


Ownership & Financial Wellbeing
• Fully paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees
• 401(k) with 100% match up to 3% of annual compensation
• Equity ownership opportunities for every employee
• New Business Incentive Program
• Generous employee referral bonus
• Cell phone data reimbursement
• Financial planning services discount for employees and immediate family members


Time & Flexibility
• Minimum 3 weeks PTO starting Day 1
• Winter Break, Summer Friday flex-days, and 10 paid holidays
• Unlimited Volunteer Time Off plus company grant matching
• Heavily subsidized transit


Growth & Development
• 100% reimbursement for required training, certifications, licensing, and dues
• Personal career development plans
• Richer Life Business Partner (coaching for all employees)
• Mindful Emotional & Social Intelligence training
• Annual professional & personal wellbeing stipend


Connection & Community
• Quarterly team-building events
• Regular social events
• Employee-led book clubs, committees, and affinity groups


Family & Milestones
• Paid Parental leave (13 weeks for birthing parent and 6 weeks for non-birthing parent)
• Adoption benefits
• Anniversary milestone celebrations, including a 3-month paid sabbatical at 10 years