Career Opportunities

We’re a trusted accounting firm located in scenic SW Washington with established clients, 35 years strong and growing.

We’re looking for our next great teammate who believes in doing what they love! We specialize in construction, manufacturing, trucking and real estate, serving small to medium sized businesses. If you share our passion of providing expert accounting by partnering with clients and guiding them toward their goals, then we want to hear from you!

Working at Barrett & Co can offer you:

• A competitive compensation package including excellent benefits
• Career growth and continual learning opportunities
• Rewarding work and relationship connections with industry and community leaders
• A team of learners and experts that are supportive, friendly and inclusive
• A company culture of working hard and celebrating wins

We’re Hiring! 

Our physical office is currently open to the public following the CDC guidelines and the State of WA mandates regarding COVID-19.  Some staff are working remotely or alternating by coming into the office.  During this time interviews will be held virtually and on site.  Remote work is a viable option if you are not geographically in this location.

SENIOR STAFF ACCOUNTANT

We have an opening for a full time Senior Staff Accountant. This position is a licensed CPA responsible for the organizing and managing client assignments and projects including the completion of tasks and project components as well as coaching, advising and directing team members in meeting clients and self-development expectations.   Come join our Team!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Project manages one or more client assignments, ensuring success of projects
• Prepares engagement budgets and establishes work schedules through effective use of project management tools
• Identifies clients’ needs and opportunities
• Successfully directs and maintains a motivated empowered team
• Performs a detailed review of the teams work to ensure quality
• Mentors staff accountants

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Licensed CPA in the State of WA or have an Interstate Reciprocal License
• Work experience : 3 to 5 years’ experience working in public accounting
• Compelling verbal and communication skills
• Robust technical knowledge of GAAP and tax regulations and principles
• Strong project management skills
• Be able to coach, motivate and direct
• Sound analytic proficiency and ability to conduct research
• Team player with a positive “can do” approach
• Passionate interpersonal and relationship building skills

SALARY/ BENEFITS: Barrett & Co offers competitive salary, comprehensive health and disability insurance package, 401k plan, Firm paid continuing education, dues and licensing, generous paid time off plan, training and development resources available from the BDO Alliance and much more.

CONTACT INFORMATION: Don’t hesitate.  Submit resume and cover letter to Drew Barrett, CPA/ Managing Partner, drew@barrett-cpa.com and we’ll see if there’s a match!

STAFF ACCOUNTANT

We have an opening for a full time Staff Accountant. This position is responsible for continuous learning and applying technical skills to effectively work as part of a team in carrying out tasks under coaching and supervision.  The job requires performing  more complex phases of accounting tax and audit engagement activities to assist in the completion of tax, audit review and compilation engagements. We provide an awesome team oriented work environment, phenomenal benefits, flex hours, training and advancement.  Become a member of our organization!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Works as an effective team member to complete projects  and tasks
• Develops technical skills both on the job and through formal learning channels
• Drafts client reports and effectively documents work
• Studies, evaluates and reports on client internal accounting controls
• Performs research on accounting principles and client questions
• Builds strong working relationships at peer and client levels

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Licensed CPA in the State of WA or have a  Reciprocal License preferred but not required
• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and working toward certification
• Work Experience (Minimum one year in public accounting or tax preparation experience.  Licensed Enrolled Agent is a plus +)
• Technical knowledge
• Team player with a positive “can do” approach
• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills
• Solid verbal and communication skills

SALARY/ BENEFITS: Barrett & Co offers competitive salary, comprehensive health and disability insurance package, 401k plan, Firm paid continuing education, dues and licensing, generous paid time off plan, training and development resources available from the BDO Alliance and much more.

CONTACT INFORMATION: Submit resume and cover letter to Drew Barrett, CPA/Managing Partner, drew@barrett-cpa.com

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

We have an immediate part time opening to help our firm grow by performing administrative activities common to a public accounting practice. This position will provide administrative support to individuals inside the firm and assist with internal firm administrative tasks and projects.  Key success factors in this job is the ability and desire to improve administrative skills, a dedication to a higher achievement in an administrative career, and an interest in continually examining firm processes for better efficiency and effectiveness.  Candidate must be a co-operative and enthusiastic team player.   We are a growing, progressive professional services firm.  We help each other and help our clients.  Looking for a candidate who has experience in a professional services firm or values working in a professional business environment. This position requires to work at our office location in Camas and is not offered for remote work.  There is also future possibilities for the position to be full time.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate all daily client, vendor and guest arrivals
• Facilitate incoming and outgoing telephone calls with clients, vendors and other key points of contact for the Firm
• Assembles and supports administrative processing of tax returns, financial statements and client deliverables
• Assists in the digital process of storing data as it relates to internal and client files
• Interprets and enforces administrative and operating policies and procedures for team members, while also keeping documentation current and published
• Assist with other miscellaneous jobs and assignments as they arise.
• By able to assist in the development of processes by leveraging current and future technologies

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong attention to detail, organization and an appreciation for processes
• Solid communication skills
• Able to prioritize and manage multiple assignments
• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills
• Team player with appositive attitude
• Proficiency if Microsoft Office Suite
• Prior Experience in a professional service culture firm
• Associates Degree or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications or related field

We’re looking for individuals with the highest ethics, professionalism, customer service and a team focus. We’d love to hear from you! Barrett and Company is an equal opportunity employer. Please send your resume and cover letter to Teresa Barrett/Firm Administrator, teresa@barrett-cpa.com