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Finance & Accounting · Portland, OR
Accountant jobs in Portland, OR
Accountants record and interpret a company's financial activity. They prepare statements, reconcile accounts, close the books each month, and keep reporting in line with GAAP and tax requirements.
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business activities external to the firmQualifications:Minimum five years of recent focused exempt organization experience in an accounting firm, organization, and/or law firmBachelor's degree from an accredited college/…
DescriptionAt HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas t…
Jamie Benway with Robert Half is searchign for an experienced Asset Accounting Manager to join a leading service-focused organization in Portland, Oregon. This position plays a key role in overseeing core accounting acti…
dedicated to delivering timely, accurate financial reporting and meaningful business insights. This role reports to the NA Revenue Accounting Director and works closely with Finance, Sales, Operations, and Global Control…
primarily in the 11-western states with regional offices in Reno, NV; Phoenix, AZ; Concord, CA; and Salt Lake City, UT. As an Staff Accountant you will work with our team of accounting professionals who provide in-house…
Planning, while serving as a key contact for internal and external auditors. WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR Nike is looking for an accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced, global environment and brings a strong found…
game. WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH You will be part of the Global Controlling organization, reporting directly to the Global SG&A Accounting Manager. As a Senior Accountant, on the Global SG&A Accounting team, you will be resp…
Harder Mechanical is one of the nation’s largest mechanical contractors with an outstanding reputation for working safely, meeting tough schedules, and delivering quality projects. Based in Portland Oregon, we work prima…
Position Summary We are seeking a Tax and Corporate Accountant to support both the tax and accounting functions across multiple U.S. and Canadian entities. This role is responsible for coordinating tax compliance, resear…
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What accountants earn in Portland
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $29–$37 | $61k–$77k |
| Mid level | $37–$50 | $77k–$105k |
| Senior | $48–$66 | $99k–$138k |
Adjusted for the Portland market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
GAAPGeneral ledger accountingMonth-end closeAccount reconciliationExcel (pivot tables, lookups)QuickBooks or NetSuiteFinancial statement preparationAccruals and journal entriesAttention to detail
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Walk me through your month-end close process.
Describe the sequence you own — accruals, reconciliations, review, reporting — and your typical close timeline. Mention anything you did to shorten or clean it up.
How do you handle a reconciliation that will not balance?
Show a methodical approach: isolate the period, check common culprits like timing and duplicates, and document the resolution rather than plugging the difference.
Explain the difference between accrual and cash basis accounting.
Give the textbook distinction, then a quick example of how the same transaction lands differently under each. Keep it crisp.
Tell me about a time you found an error in the books.
Explain how you spotted it, quantified the impact, corrected it with proper entries, and what control you suggested so it would not recur.
What accounting systems have you worked in?
Name the systems and what you did in them — entries, reports, closes — not just exposure. Mention any migration or implementation experience.
How do you stay current with accounting standards?
Cite concrete habits: CPE courses, firm updates, or following FASB changes relevant to your industry. One recent standard you adapted to makes it credible.
How do you handle pressure during close or audit season?
Talk about preparation and checklists rather than heroics: reconciling throughout the month and keeping schedules audit-ready reduces the crunch.
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Resume tips that move the needle
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State the scope of the books you managed: revenue size, entity count, or number of accounts reconciled monthly.
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Quantify close improvements, such as reducing close from ten days to six.
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Name your systems and Excel depth specifically; 'QuickBooks, NetSuite, pivot tables, XLOOKUP' beats 'proficient in Excel'.
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List CPA status or progress prominently, including exams passed if you are mid-license.
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Include one audit interaction, such as preparing PBC schedules with no material adjustments.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Staff Accountant
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Senior Accountant
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Accounting Manager
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Controller
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