Videogame Studio Accountant

Seismic Squirrel

. Support management planning by presenting accounting reports and advice for data-driven decisions .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeRemote • Washington • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $40 - $48 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in small-business accounting, including tax compliance, payroll regulations, and financial reporting. Proficient in QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Office Suite, with strong communication and problem-solving skills to support data-driven decision-making.

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5+ Years Accounting ExperienceQuickBooks Online ProficiencyTax Compliance KnowledgePayroll Regulations UnderstandingExcellent Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Financial ForecastingTax FilingsBank ReconciliationExpense ReportingData AnalysisVendor ManagementMarketing Campaign ROI MonitoringTimesheet Validation401(k) AdministrationInsurance Coverage Maintenance

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingOrganizational SkillsDetail-OrientedSelf-DisciplineAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

QuickBooks OnlineMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointCollaboration Tools

Industry Keywords

Small-Business AccountingGovernment FilingPayroll RegulationsVideogame Industry KnowledgeCanadian Accounting Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support management planning by presenting accounting reports and advice for data-driven decisions
Create and present financial forecasts
Monitor and report on marketing campaign ROI
Coordinate with outside CPAs on tax compliance
Oversee state and provincial government registrations and filings
Help manage vendor relationships and billing and payment processes
Handle QuickBooks categorization and bank reconciliation
Monitor accounts for funding and irregularities
Process sales tax, use tax, and property tax filings
Validate timesheets
Oversee vacation and sick time accruals
Sync PTO between timesheet and payroll systems
Process expense reports and reimbursements
Administer 401(k) and health insurance enrollments, deductions, and payments
Reconcile payroll benefit deductions with actual benefit payments
Maintain current insurance coverage
Ensure team members and vendors receive required tax forms, including W-2, 1099, and T4
Collect, analyze, and report marketing campaign data and ROI
Help organize and manage marketing events
Maintain contractor contracts
Assist with team performance reviews
Administer eLearning and training compliance
Coordinate time-off requests, scheduling, and payroll
Coordinate travel planning
Pre-screen job applicants
Schedule interviews and provide applicant follow-up communications
Lead relevant meetings, communicate agendas, and follow up on action items
Participate in internal game testing and feedback as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of professional experience in a small-business accounting role
Understanding of government filing and tax rules
Understanding of employment and payroll regulations
Enthusiasm for videogames and understanding of the videogame industry
Excellent written, visual, and verbal English communication and presentation skills
Excellent problem-solving skills; resourceful and able to find solutions independently
Organized and detail-oriented; able to work quickly or carefully as needed
Strong self-discipline, motivation, and drive for excellence
Ability to work effectively within a diverse team
Adaptability and ability to wear various hats
Ability to work remotely using various collaboration tools
Secure and ergonomic workspace separate from personal activities and roommates during work hours
Proficiency with QuickBooks Online
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Passion for learning new tools and technologies
Applicants must be authorized to work in the USA
H-1B transfers and sponsorships are not available
Located in the Puget Sound region
Located in King County is a bonus
Experience with Canadian accounting and payroll is a bonus
Foreign language experience is a bonus

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k) plan administration
Health insurance
Paid vacation and sick time
Remote work arrangement
Core work hours of 9:30 AM–5:30 PM Pacific
Occasional meetings in the Greater Seattle area
Professional eLearning and training
Reimbursement of business expenses