Revenue Accounting Specialist

Organization: Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce

Job Title: Revenue Accounting Specialist

Classification: Regular, full-time, non-exempt

Reports To: Controller

About Us

At the Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce, we believe in the power of business to drive positive change. As the largest and most diverse business association in the Puget Sound region, we represent over 2,500 member organizations across industries, sizes, and communities. For more than 140 years, we’ve been a trusted voice for business, advocating for policies and partnerships that build a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive regional economy.

Our mission is simple but powerful: We help our members thrive in an equitable and inclusive regional economy.

Our vision: A region where businesses of all sizes flourish and prosperity is shared.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

We’re bold advocates, creative storytellers, and collaborative problem-solvers. At the Chamber, you’ll join a passionate team working at the intersection of business, policy, and community impact. We celebrate innovation, champion inclusiveness, and believe in the power of communication to shape a better future for our region.

About The Role

We are looking for a detail-oriented Revenue Accounting Specialist reporting to the Controller to support the financial operations of the Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce and the affiliated organizations.

The Revenue Accounting Specialist will support revenue accounting operations across the organization and its affiliated entities, ensuring accurate and timely financial data in a multi-entity nonprofit environment. This role is responsible for day-to-day revenue processes, including invoicing, accounts receivable, reconciliation, and revenue tracking.

A strong candidate for this role is detail-oriented, organized, and reliable, with the ability to manage responsibilities with limited supervision. They are comfortable working with data, resolving discrepancies, and collaborating across teams in a dynamic and evolving nonprofit environment.

Work Environment

We embrace a hybrid work model that values collaboration and autonomy. This position requires consistent in-person presence, three days per week in our downtown Seattle office, as well as on-site or in-field work for events and meetings. One day per week may be remote for Washington State residents. Occasional regional travel, early mornings, evenings, and weekend commitments are required.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in face-to-face collaboration, understands the value of showing up where the work happens, and produces high quality of work under pressure and shifting multiple priorities.

How To Apply

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• Note that resumes and cover letters will be reviewed by hiring manager upon receipt.**

What You’ll Do

• Manage billing and invoicing for memberships, programs, sponsorships, and events, ensuring accuracy and alignment with contracts and internal data
• Apply and track incoming payments (ACH, credit card, checks), ensuring timely and accurate cash application within the accounting system
• Monitor accounts receivable activity and aging, and support follow-ups with internal teams to resolve outstanding balances
• Reconcile revenue data across operational and accounting systems, identify discrepancies, and take action to resolve issues
• Track deferred revenue and support revenue recognition in alignment with accounting standards and contractual terms
• Support revenue-related journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close activities
• Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., membership, events, programs) to ensure accurate data flow and timely financial reporting

What Makes You a Strong Candidate

• 3+ years of accounting experience, ideally with exposure to revenue or accounts receivable
• Experience with billing, cash application, and reconciliation processes
• Working knowledge of accrual accounting and U.S. GAAP principles
• Executes accounting work with accuracy and consistency, works independently as a subject matter expert
• Experience working across systems and reconciling data from multiple sources
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving nonprofit environment

What Drives Success In This Role

• You take ownership of your work and follow through to completion
• You consistently deliver accurate, reliable results
• You identify and resolve discrepancies or concerns proactively
• You communicate clearly and collaborate effectively across teams
• You stay organized and focused in a dynamic, multi-entity environment

What You Bring

• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience, or equivalent depth of experience, with responsibility for general ledger accuracy and month-end close
• Progressive experience in general accounting, including independent responsibility for journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close
• Demonstrated working knowledge of U.S. GAAP, including accrual accounting and deferred revenue
• Known for reliability, attention to detail, and follow-through
• Organized and process-minded, with the ability to work autonomously
• A collaborative approach and commitment to team success
• Experience in a multi-entity, nonprofit, association, or similarly complex operating environment preferred

Employment Details

The Chamber is committed to internal and market equity. The anticipated hiring range for this position is $35.63 - $43.54 hourly based on experience. The Chamber provides a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including but not restricted to:

We Got You Covered – Benefits & Perks

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage, employer pay 96% of the employee premium, including $0 prescriptions and appointments
• 401(k) and Roth Retirement Accounts, with Employer Match of up to 6%
• Generous Holiday and Paid Time Off Schedule, including Community Service leave and winter closure
• Mindfulness and Wellness Resources
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Company-sponsored ORCA Card
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Parental Leave
• EAP Membership
• Additional Voluntary Benefits, including Long-term Disability Insurance, Personal Accident Insurance, and Pet Insurance
• Remote office set up stipend $500
• Woodland Park Zoo Discount
• SecureSave Workplace Savings Program with Optional $5 Semi-Monthly Employer Match
• Passport Corporate Discount Membership
• Norton LifeLock Benefit Solutions
• Free snacks and beverages at the office!

Our Commitment to Equal Opportunity

We recognize the value of the Chamber and our affiliate organizations and programs reflecting the diversity of our community and are intentionally and actively seeking out applications from a variety of backgrounds.

The Chamber is an equal opportunity employer. All employees and potential employees will be recruited, selected, trained, promoted, and, if necessary, disciplined without regard to sex, race, religion, creed, caste, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, color, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political ideology or activity, disability, honorably discharged veteran, or military status. All applicants are carefully screened, and full consideration is given to their training, education, skills, aptitudes, experience, and previous work record. In addition, the Chamber does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information in its employment related policies and practices, including coverage under its health benefits program.