SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT JEFF BAKER & ASSOCIATES, P.S.

Puyallup, WA Job Details Full-time $75,000 - $130,000 a year 8 hours ago Benefits Continuing education credits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications CPA Accounting firm experience Full Job Description At Jeff Baker & Associates, we believe accounting is about people first. Financial statements, tax returns, and compliance work are important, but they are not why we exist. We exist because business owners, families, nonprofit organizations, and individuals need trusted advisors who understand their goals and help them make informed decisions. Our clients are not simply a tax return or an audit engagement. They are people with dreams, challenges, opportunities, and responsibilities. We believe the best advisors understand the whole story and help clients navigate it. We are seeking an experienced Client Advisory & Assurance Supervisor who is passionate about client service, leadership, and helping build the future of the firm. This role is assurance-focused, with exposure to tax and advisory services, and is designed for an individual who wants to contribute beyond technical production. JBA is dedicated to building out an accounting and assurance team, this role would be pivotal in developing a new service line. The ideal candidate would also have a vision of working towards partnership and moving into a CFO role for our internal needs. The right candidate will lead engagements, mentor staff, strengthen client relationships, and help shape the next chapter of JBA's growth. What You'll Do Lead compilation, and review engagements from planning through completion. Prepare and review financial statements and related disclosures. Serve as a point of contact for clients throughout engagements. Assist business owners in understanding financial information and making informed decisions. Review staff work and provide coaching, mentorship, and technical guidance. Participate in client advisory and planning discussions. Prepare and review business tax returns as needed. Research accounting and tax matters and communicate findings clearly. Identify opportunities to improve client service, internal processes, and team development. Assist with training initiatives and professional development programs within the firm. What We're Looking For Active CPA license required. 7+ years of public accounting experience. Significant assurance experience including compilations, reviews, and audits. Experience supervising staff and reviewing work. Experience managing client relationships and serving as a trusted advisor. Working knowledge of business taxation. Strong communication and leadership skills. Professional curiosity and sound judgment. A desire to mentor others and contribute to the firm's long-term success. What Success Looks Like At JBA, success is measured by more than technical proficiency.

Successful team members:

Build trust with clients. Develop those around them. Take ownership of challenges and opportunities. Continue learning and growing professionally. Improve the firm rather than simply maintain it. Help clients feel confident, informed, and supported. Growth Opportunity This position is intended for a professional who is interested in helping shape the future of the firm. The successful candidate will have opportunities to participate in leadership discussions, process improvement initiatives, staff development, client relationship management, and strategic planning efforts. As JBA continues to grow, we anticipate creating additional leadership opportunities for individuals who demonstrate strong technical abilities, sound judgment, client service excellence, and a commitment to the firm's long-term vision. We are looking for someone who wants more than a job. We are looking for someone who wants to help build something meaningful. Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance Employer-sponsored 401k with matching contributions Paid time off and paid holidays CPA licensing, professional memberships, and continuing education reimbursement Internal technical and leadership development programs Mentorship and career development opportunities Performance-based bonus opportunities Firm-sponsored team events and community involvement opportunities Modern technology and tools designed to support efficiency and client service Why JBA? We are building more than an accounting firm. We are building a destination workplace where talented professionals can do meaningful work, continue growing, and make a lasting impact on clients, coworkers, and the community. We believe that if our people bring their best, we should give them our best in return. That means investing in training, supporting professional development, listening to ideas, creating opportunities for growth, and building a culture where people are challenged, supported, and valued. We do not want to be an average accounting firm. We want to be a place where people make a difference, where clients feel cared for, and where team members can look back on their careers knowing they helped build something meaningful. If that sounds like the kind of firm you want to help build, we would love to hear from you. Jeff Baker & Associates, PS