Senior Staff Accountant

 About Navia Benefit Solutions:
We’re a people first benefit administrator that relies on a fast-growing team of creative thinkers, problem-solvers, and go-getters to bring our participant and client experience to the next level. Our mission? To create better lives and provide a simple and amazing benefits experience. If you love providing excellent service, innovating the way benefits are administered, and being part of an inclusive workplace community, you’ll fit right in.

About the Role:
We are seeking a highly competent and detail-oriented Senior Staff Accountant to join our accounting team. This individual contributor role is designed for an experienced accounting professional with strong technical accounting knowledge, excellent analytical capabilities, and the ability to operate independently in a fast-paced environment.
The Senior Staff Accountant will play a key role in the month-end close process, reconciliations, and continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency across accounting functions.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead and execute month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities
• Prepare and review complex journal entries and account reconciliations
• Maintain and analyze general ledger activity to ensure financial accuracy
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies and controls 
• Assist with preparation for external audits and provide audit support documentation 
• Research and resolve accounting issues and discrepancies independently 
• Support implementation and improvement of accounting processes and controls 
• Partner cross-functionally with departments such as payroll, operations, HR, and FP&A 
• Assist with technical accounting projects, system implementations, and ad hoc analyses 
• Mentor and provide guidance to less experienced accounting staff as needed

 Work Environment:
Candidates within 30 miles of one of our four office locations may be asked to come into the office for a hybrid schedule depending on the role.

Eligible candidates will reside in one of the following states: WA, CA, KS, and OH

Why Join Navia?

• Impact: Play a pivotal role in supporting employers and employees nationwide.
• Growth: Advance your skills with a team committed to excellence and innovation.
• Culture: Join a company that values collaboration, innovation, and customer-first solutions.

Perks and Benefits:

• Competitive Salary Range: $85K – $90K
• Generous health benefits 
• Company sponsored wellness benefits
• Complimentary Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid time off 
• 6 Paid Holidays & 2 Paid Floating Holidays
• Work from home and hybrid schedules available! 

Ready to Join Us?
Take the first step toward your new career in creating better lives —apply now!
For any questions or to check on your application, reach out to HR@naviabenefits.com 

What We’re Looking For:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
• Experience: 4-7+ years of progressive accounting experience preferred

Skills:

• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting principles
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills 
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities 
• Ability to prioritize competing deadlines and work independently 
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy 
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills 
• Demonstrated ownership, accountability, and professional judgment 

Bonus Points For:

• Public accounting experience 
• CPA designation or Active pursuit of CPA designation