Staff Accountant

Description As one of the nation’s premier private athletic clubs and a Seattle institution, The Washington Athletic Club (WAC) is not simply a place to work, but a place to belong. The WAC features extensive amenities, such as fitness centers, a stunning pool, three restaurants, a hotel, a spa, banquet halls, and more. Built in 1930, our beautifully maintained 21-story building in downtown Seattle has landmark status. The WAC is seeking individuals who are dedicated to being the best and are willing to embrace the Club’s five core values: Leadership, Excellence, Integrity, Service, and Sensitivity. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES The Staff Accountant supports WAC’s daily accounting operations, reconciliations, month-end activities, and financial recordkeeping. This is a hands-on accounting position requiring strong attention to detail, accuracy, curiosity, and a willingness to learn. The ideal candidate is dependable, organized, comfortable researching discrepancies, and interested in understanding how accounting processes work and how they can be improved. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES Prepare and post daily sales activity. Reconcile credit card activity, member and house accounts, and other assigned accounts. Post AR payments, credit card fees, deposits, Fintech invoices, Interclub billing, and other recurring transactions. Support the monthly member statement process, including data preparation, uploads, proof review, and distribution. Prepare journal entries and reconcile assigned general ledger accounts. Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities. Assist with annual 1099 preparation and assigned business, property tax, and license filings. Maintain accurate and organized supporting documentation. Research discrepancies and follow through on outstanding items. Provide backup support for other accounting functions as needed. Help document accounting procedures and identify opportunities to improve accuracy, efficiency, and internal processes. PAY INFORMATION $35.00-$40.00/hour DOE POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in accounting is required. CPA is preferred but not required. Strong understanding of US GAAP and accounting principles. Strong Excel skills. Accounting system experience is helpful but not required. Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy. Curious and willing to understand the “why” behind transactions and processes. Willing to learn new accounting systems, responsibilities, and processes. Able to identify discrepancies, ask questions, and research issues. Interested in process improvement and finding more accurate and efficient ways of working. Organized, dependable, and able to meet competing deadlines. Strong communication and teamwork skills. We are looking for someone who is eager to learn, pays close attention to detail, takes ownership of their work, has a high degree of curiosity, and is always looking for a more efficient solution. BENEFIT INFORMATION Benefit package for full-time team members: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability insurance Paid Time Off (PTO) – accrues at a rate of .0519 hours per hour worked to a maximum of 108 hours per year 9 paid holidays per year 401(K) with employer match Employee Assistance Program ORCA Passport Program Pet insurance available Free daily meal (soup/salad bar) Discount on spa services and products