Accounting Manager

Company Background:
Alta Forest Products is the world's largest producer of wood fence boards, specializing in Western Red Cedar and other premium species found in the Pacific and Inland Northwest forests. In addition to producing fence boards and pallet stock lumber, Alta's zero-wood-waste sawmills produce by-products such as wood chips, sawdust, mulch, and bio-fuel. Headquartered in centrally-located Chehalis, Washington, Alta operates fence board sawmills in rural communities throughout the Pacific Northwest

The Role:
The Financial Accounting Manager is responsible for managing the general accounting functions of the organization, to include accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, accounting policies and procedures and other transactions as needed. In addition, the Accounting Manager will evaluate and make improvements to accounting processes while ensuring that practices comply with organization’s accounting policies and applicable laws and regulations. This position reports to the Controller.

What You'll Do

• Oversee and manage accounts and accounting systems to address all financial aspects for the company’s dynamic and fast-growing needs, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger and reconciliations.
• Assist in the maintenance of accounts and ledgers, which may involve setting up accounts, preparing accounting document batches, uploading and downloading entries and reports and coordinating period closings.
• Thorough understanding of the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes including year-end filings.
• Respond to a range of inquiries regarding financial transactions; research and resolve problems.
• Assess current practices and procedures and make recommendations for improvements.
• Assist with quarterly reporting and year-end financial audit activities.
• Develop staff by managing performance, setting goals, providing ongoing training, and maintaining strong employee relationships.
• Other duties as assigned.