Job Description
Senior Accountant Portland Gear Portland, OR Job Details Full-time $75,000 - $85,000 a year 1 hour ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Financial close processing BambooHR Sales tax E-commerce QuickBooks Online Forecasting QuickBooks Closing the books Pivot tables Bachelor's degree in accounting Process management Financial compliance Excel data analysis Full Job Description Senior Accountant Portland Gear Full-Time • Portland, OR About Portland Gear We started as an Instagram community in 2014 and have grown into a nationally recognized outdoor and travel brand rooted in the Pacific Northwest. Today, Portland Gear operates across direct-to-consumer, wholesale, retail, and licensed partnerships, serving a growing community united by one belief: Go Together. As we scale, we're looking for a Senior Accountant who can help build the financial infrastructure, rigor, and visibility needed for our next stage of growth. The Role This is a high-impact role for an experienced accounting professional who thrives in a fast-moving environment and enjoys balancing detail-oriented execution with business partnership. You will own the day-to-day accounting function, maintain the integrity of our financial reporting, and provide leadership with accurate, timely insights that support strategic decision-making. You'll work across direct-to-consumer, wholesale, retail, inventory, licensing, and operations while helping strengthen the financial foundation of the company. The ideal candidate is highly organized, systems-oriented, and comfortable managing both recurring accounting processes and special projects that support company growth.
What You'll Own:
Accounting Operations Own accounts payable and accounts receivable processes from end to end. Manage bill entry, approvals, payment runs, vendor onboarding, W-9 collection, and payment tracking. Monitor wholesale receivables and collections. Maintain accounting records and ensure data accuracy across systems. Support process improvements and internal controls as the business scales. Payroll & Benefits Administration Process payroll, bonuses, commissions, and employee reimbursements. Administer company retirement plans through Ascensus, including: Per-pay funding Reconciliations Annual 5500 filings Non-discrimination testing Coordinate with external providers to ensure compliance and accuracy. Month-End Close & Financial Reporting Lead a timely month-end close process with a target close of five business days. Reconcile all bank accounts, credit cards, merchant processors, loans, and financing accounts. Record accruals, prepaids, depreciation, and other adjusting entries. Reconcile inventory balances and intercompany activity. Produce accurate monthly:
Profit & Loss Statements Balance Sheets Cash Flow Statements Support board reporting and executive financial reviews as needed. Financial Planning & Analysis Maintain a rolling 13-week cash flow forecast. Analyze gross margin performance across channels, categories, and products. Develop SKU-level profitability reporting for key product lines and strategic programs. Provide insights that support inventory planning, pricing decisions, and business performance. Wholesale & Retail Accounting Manage accounting support for major wholesale partners including REI, Nordstrom, Costco, Dick's Sporting Goods, Scheels, and others. Reconcile chargebacks, deductions, returns, and promotional allowances. Calculate and process sales representative commissions. Support onboarding of new wholesale accounts, including credit applications, EDI setup, and compliance documentation. Compliance, Audit & Risk Management Manage multi-state sales tax compliance directly or through automation platforms such as Avalara or TaxJar. Prepare annual 1099 reporting. Maintain fixed asset schedules and depreciation records. Track royalty obligations and licensed product agreements. Monitor co-op and marketing development fund commitments. Maintain a diligence-ready financial data room. Serve as the primary accounting liaison for external CPA firms and year-end reviews. QualificationsRequired 3-5+ years of progressive accounting experience. Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks Online (QBO Advanced preferred). Strong Excel skills, including pivot tables, XLOOKUPs, and financial analysis. Experience supporting multi-channel businesses across DTC, wholesale, and retail. Strong inventory accounting experience within a physical product business. Experience managing multi-state sales tax compliance. Demonstrated ability to close books accurately and on a tight timeline. Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills. Strong written communication and process documentation abilities. Strongly Preferred CPA or active CPA candidate. Experience within apparel, outdoor, consumer products, or e-commerce brands. Experience supporting businesses in the $20M-$75M revenue range. Shopify, Amazon, and marketplace reconciliation experience (A2X or similar tools). Experience preparing for lender, investor, private equity, or diligence reviews. ERP implementation, migration, or systems integration experience. 401(k) administration experience. Familiarity with licensed products, royalty accounting, or brand partnerships. What Success Looks LikeFirst 90 Days Assume ownership of AP, AR, payroll, and month-end close. Deliver fully reconciled books through the prior reporting period. Document standard operating procedures for all recurring accounting processes. Build and maintain a reliable rolling 13-week cash flow forecast. Establish strong working relationships with leadership, external CPA partners, and key vendors. By the End of Year One Consistently deliver accurate financial statements within a seven-day close. Maintain a diligence-ready financial data room. Establish clear gross margin visibility by channel, category, and top-performing SKUs. Implement automation and process improvements that reduce manual work and improve accuracy. Deliver a recommended roadmap for future ERP migration and financial systems scaling. Become the trusted finance partner leadership relies on for accurate data, operational insight, and informed decision-making. Why Join Portland Gear This is an opportunity to help build the financial foundation of a rapidly growing consumer brand at a pivotal stage of its journey. You'll work closely with leadership, influence key business decisions, and help shape the systems and processes that support our next chapter of growth. Pay:
$75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Work Location:
In person
