A fulfilling career with workplace balance at VSH
A career in public accounting doesn’t have to mean long hours and boring work! Discover your personalized career path at VSH, where we inspire curious minds, foster collaboration, and ignite passion for life-long learning. Whether you’re an experienced professional, recent graduate, or young professional, our inclusive and energizing workplace culture is designed for individuals who thrive in an environment that encourages exploration, teamwork, and a zest for life. Join us and put yourself first in achieving your goals.
At VSH, you will have the opportunity to break free from the outdated stereotypes surrounding public accounting. Our firm is committed to restoring the profession’s reputation. Our processes and procedures prioritize a healthy work-life balance, giving you the freedom to excel professionally and personally.
We run our firm on the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS). Operating under this model propels us toward our goals and cultivates a culture of transparency and collaboration from the top down. It keeps us focused and accountable, ensuring we all work together as one team toward a common goal.
We are deeply committed to our remarkable team’s growth, well-being, and triumphs.
Here is how we bring that commitment to life.
A career for curious minds
The VSH young professional experience is designed to provide exposure to every specialty, opportunity, and perspective available at our firm. It’s all part of our intentional approach to create a meaningful journey where you can explore various options and truly understand the vast possibilities in public accounting.
Exposure to dynamic and fascinating work
More than 50% of our engagements are with international businesses, offering a unique opportunity not found in all firms.
Gain bigger perspectives about our client’s businesses
We are known to step into the trenches, roll up our sleeves, and directly engage with our clients on-site. This helps us build deep relationships, thoroughly understand their businesses, and be their advisors.
Personalized Career Paths
You should be able to thrive in your chosen area of expertise. We empower our employees’ personal growth with personalized career plans. Your position at our firm will have a customized training plan tailored to you. By setting clear expectations, goals, and targeted activities, we provide a structured path to achieve your career ambitions.
A culture of openness, unwavering support and camaraderie
Experience what it’s like to be part of a supportive and uplifting team as we work together towards shared goals. Leadership values your feedback and celebrates your hard work.
Holistic well-being
Our dynamic environment fosters support, friendliness, and a warm welcome for everyone who walks through our doors. We uplift and inspire each other, fostering a strong sense of camaraderie that extends far beyond our office walls. From festive celebrations and holiday parties to scavenger hunts and hiking club adventures, our team comes together for exciting experiences that build lifelong connections.
Here are some of the ways we support our remarkable team:
Compensation
- Competitive Pay Scale evaluated every 6 months
- SIMPLE IRA with up to 4% employer match & immediate vesting
- Cash incentives for obtaining your CPA license
- Bonus program for Senior Accountants, Managers, and Senior Managers
- Cash incentives for new employee referrals
- Cash incentives for new business referrals
Time to Rest & Recharge
- Generous paid time off (PTO) program
- Nine paid holidays
- Other paid and unpaid leave includes jury duty, medical leave & family leave
Health and Well-being
- Four medical insurance plans to choose from, including a plan with HSA
- Dental insurance
- FSA option for medical, and dependent care
- Long-term disability insurance 100% paid by VSH
- EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
Personal and Professional Balance
- Company-paid study materials and exam fees for completion of CPA exam
- Continuous professional development opportunities from managers & partners
- Extensive training programs
- E-learning options
- Opportunities & support to develop specialized skills
- Professional speaking, presenting, & writing opportunities
- Flexible work hours
- Full remote capabilities & hybrid flexibility
- Reduced schedule options outside busy season
- One to two weeks of overnight work travel a year, not required
Technology
- VSH provided dual monitors and laptop for home and in office
- IT department with in-house help desk
- Remote access
- Paperless environment
- Cell phone stipend, depending on level/position
Community and Social
- Free parking for hybrid & onsite employees at our Bellingham and Skagit locations
- Company-sponsored social events, including summer and holiday parties, and office happy hours
- Complimentary beverages & snacks in the office
- Catered lunches 1 day a week during busy season
- Educational events with reimbursement for out-of-area employee travel, lodging, and meal expenses incurred
- Department & team events
Need more convincing?
VSH offices are nestled in beautiful Whatcom and Bellingham County. It is a great place to live, raise a family, work, and do business. The community fosters healthy living and provides the ideal location for economic opportunity.
Ready to embark on a career path that fuels your curiosity and ignites your energy?
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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
VSH is an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) Employer. VSH does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.
