Overview Are you an accountant who enjoys more than just reconciling bank accounts? At Luxe Accounting, we work with small business owners who need more than someone to simply enter transactions. They need an accountant who can look at the bigger picture, catch issues, answer questions, solve problems, and help keep their business on track. We're looking for a Staff Accountant who can work across bookkeeping, tax support, Washington State excise taxes, payroll, and the occasional "can you help us figure this out?" project that comes through the door. If you enjoy variety, problem-solving, working directly with business owners, and having a role where no 2 days are exactly the same, we'd love to meet you. About Luxe Accounting Luxe Accounting is a small, growing accounting firm serving small businesses throughout Western Washington. We specialize in helping business owners understand their numbers, stay compliant, and keep their accounting running smoothly. We believe accounting should feel organized, approachable, and useful. Not intimidating or overly complicated. Because we're a small team, you'll have the opportunity to work directly with experienced accountants and the owner of the firm. Your ideas will be heard, your work will have a visible impact, and you'll have the opportunity to grow with the firm rather than getting boxed into one narrow role. Responsibilities This is a hands-on, client-facing accounting position with a wide variety of responsibilities.

Your work may include:

Managing bookkeeping for multiple small business clients Completing monthly bank and credit card reconciliations Preparing and reviewing Profit & Loss and Balance Sheet reports Identifying and correcting bookkeeping discrepancies Posting journal entries and making necessary bookkeeping adjustments Preparing and/or assisting with Washington State DOR excise tax filings Preparing and assisting with local B&O tax filings Helping clients understand their bookkeeping and tax-related questions Assisting with year-end bookkeeping and tax preparation Pulling and organizing documentation for tax returns Assisting with payroll and payroll-related accounting Reviewing payroll transactions and accounts Researching accounting or tax questions when the answer isn't immediately obvious Taking on special projects and cleanup work as they arise Communicating directly with clients by email, phone, and occasionally in person Helping identify issues before they become bigger problems Experience 3+ years of professional accounting or bookkeeping experience Experience assisting a tax prepare with tax documents and intake General tax documentation experience Strong understanding of debits, credits, and basic accounting principles Experience with QuickBooks Online Experience with bank and credit card reconciliations Ability to prepare and understand financial statements Experience working with multiple clients, accounts, or deadlines Strong understanding of Washington State DOR excise tax filings and B&O tax Comfortable communicating directly with clients Ability to work independently while knowing when to ask questions Strong organizational skills and follow-through Comfortable investigating discrepancies rather than simply working around them Strongly Preferred Public accounting or client-service accounting experience Tax preparation experience or experience assisting with tax returns Washington payroll experience Gusto experience QuickBooks Desktop experience Experience with S Corporations and/or partnerships Experience working with contractors, beauty/spa businesses, professional services, or other small businesses Experience answering client tax/accounting questions Experience with Washington State sales/use tax Payroll Experience Is a Bonus Payroll experience isn't required if you're otherwise a strong accountant, but we would love to find someone who already understands payroll accounting and Washington-specific payroll requirements. If you have experience with Gusto or Washington payroll, definitely tell us about it. This Job Might Be a Great Fit If You... Like figuring out why the numbers don't make sense Enjoy variety instead of doing the exact same task every day Can move between bookkeeping, tax, payroll, and client questions without getting overwhelmed Like working directly with business owners Want to continue expanding your accounting and tax knowledge Can work independently without needing someone to tell you what to do every 10 minutes Are comfortable saying, "I'm not sure, but I'll research it and find out." Take ownership of your work and follow things through to completion Want to be part of a small team where your contributions are noticed Appreciate a professional environment that is friendly and down-to-earth This Probably Isn't the Right Fit If You... Want a job where you only perform one type of accounting task Need constant direction to stay on task Don't enjoy communicating with clients Would rather ignore a discrepancy than investigate it Are uncomfortable admitting when you don't know something Prefer a highly corporate environment with layers of management between you and the client What You Can Expect at Luxe We are intentionally building a workplace where good accountants can do good work without unnecessary bureaucracy. You'll have: Competitive compensation based on experience Paid time off Paid holidays Professional development and continuing education opportunities Training and support as you expand your skill set A variety of work rather than being limited to one narrow area of accounting Opportunities to take on additional responsibility as the firm grows A small-team environment where your work has a direct impact A professional, friendly workplace where we take our work seriously without taking ourselves too seriously Additional benefits are being developed as Luxe continues to grow Growth Opportunity We're looking for someone who wants to grow with the firm. This position can develop into greater responsibility in bookkeeping, tax, payroll, client advisory, review work, or team leadership depending on your strengths and interests. You don't need to know everything on day 1. We do expect you to be curious, willing to learn, and capable of taking what you learn and applying it independently. Location Yelm & Graham, Washington This is a local position serving our growing client base throughout Western Washington. Compensation $52,000 - 72,000 annually , depending on experience and qualifications. We're willing to pay for the right person. If you bring strong bookkeeping, tax, Washington DOR, and client-service experience, we'd rather have a conversation about what you're looking for than eliminate a great candidate over a predetermined salary range. How to Apply Tell us a little about yourself, your accounting experience, and what you're looking for in your next position. We'd especially love to hear about: Your experience with QuickBooks Online Your experience with Washington DOR excise tax and B&O filings Your tax preparation or tax-support experience Your payroll experience The types of small businesses you've worked with What you're hoping to learn or take on in your next role We're looking for someone who wants to become an important part of the team—not just someone looking for another job.

Pay:

$25.00 - $35.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

Paid sick time Paid time off

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Yelm, WA 98597