Accountant

Who We Are

First Fed is a local community bank on an exciting growth trajectory with 18 locations including 12 full-service branches in Western Washington. First Fed was recognized by the Puget Sound Business Journal as a Best Workplace for the last 3 years and a Top Corporate Philanthropist in 2023. By popular vote, First Fed received 2023 awards for Best Bank in The Best of the Northwest, Best Banker in Readers Choice by Cascadia Daily News, and Peninsula Daily News named us Best Bank on the Olympic Peninsula. We also received a Best-In-State bank award from Forbes in 2021.  

For over 100 years First Fed has served our customers and communities throughout the PNW. Weve donated over $9 million to non-profit organizations in the past 8 years through our foundations, sponsorships, direct donations, and matched employee donations. Our amazing team has volunteered over 25,000 hours in the past 5 years — many by using our benefit of 3 paid volunteer days per year!  

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds — our diversity makes us stronger. Join our award-winning team!  

Our Values

Optimism:  We are positive and decisive. We believe the future will be better than the past. Our attitude demonstrates persistence which leads to success.

Initiative:  We are self-starters and find innovative solutions. We are courageous, entrepreneurial, and passionate. We take action for good.

Respect:  We include individuals from diverse backgrounds and with different perspectives. We are committed to honoring and serving others.

Growth:  We learn and adapt so we can continually improve. We believe in personal growth through grit and determination.

Ownership:  We are invested in our endeavors. We are accountable and take responsibility for our actions and decisions.

Position Purpose 

Provide staff accountant level support and activities to ensure that accurate financial information is recorded and produced in a timely manner. Prepare a variety of daily, weekly, and monthly entries and reconciliations. Provide backup support to other accounting functions as needed.

Essential Functions

– Prepare daily and monthly bank and cash reconciliations.
– Review and assist with daily deposit balancing and related accounts.
– Monitor and research various GL account activities.
– Assist with bank wires and cashiers check activities.
– Assist with month end and quarter end closing activities including journal entries, review, and reporting.
– Prepare monthly general ledger balance sheet reconciliations.
– Maintain support files regularly provided for audits and reviews.
– Cross-train and provide backup support Accounts Payable and Payroll functions.
– Provide high level of customer service to those that the team supports.
– Perform other related duties and responsibilities as required.

Qualifications/Requirements

– Bachelors degree in accounting (in process or completed) required.
– Typically requires two (2) years of relevant accounting experience, including demonstrated experience in general ledger systems.
– A combination of education and experience that demonstrate comprehensive knowledge and understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
– Strong analytical and communication skills.

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– Ability and willingness to learn and perform a variety of different functions within the Accounting Department.
– Ability to effectively collaborate with interdepartmental teams.
– Excellent time management skills with the ability to multi-task and consistently follow up in a timely, effective manner is necessary.

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– Accuracy, dependability, and ability to meet deadlines.
– Demonstrated skill and experience in Microsoft excel.