Overview
This role is for a Senior Accountant with extensive experience in accrual-based accounting, ready to advance their career. The position involves managing complex accounting tasks for multiple clients with minimal supervision, requiring strong analytical skills, technical knowledge, and the ability to deliver accurate and timely results.
Responsibilities
Client Management & Ownership
- Maintain assigned clients within approved budget and scope on an accrual basis, managing utilization and administrative requirements, often with support from an Associate
- Track time on client engagements, manage work within budgets, and explain budget variances
- Lead client meetings, providing high-level customer service and financial insight
- Partner with third-party advisors and client stakeholders as needed
- Write and update Client Procedure Manuals to ensure accuracy
- Support clients transitioning out of Implementation, assuming ownership through stabilization and ongoing service delivery
- Navigate complex or undefined client situations
- Identify inefficient processes and recommend improvements
Month-End Close & Financial Execution
- Own and execute accurate and timely month-end close and financial reporting, including class reporting, job costing, trend analysis, and variance review
- Ensure minimal rework or escalation with limited oversight
- Review work for accuracy and completeness aligned with month-end close requirements
- Update KPIs, dashboards, reports, and budgets using Jirav
Technical Accounting & Continuous Improvement
- Oversee accounts payable and receivable processes, including unbilled revenue, deferred income, bad debt allowances, and other advanced accounting matters
- Manage fixed and intangible asset accounting, including depreciation and amortization schedules
- Process payroll using Intuit or other third-party applications; review quarterly and annual reports (W-2, W-3, 941, state U/E)
- Record and maintain financing transactions, including loans and investments
- Review lease agreements for proper classification per accounting standards
- Prepare and file sales/use tax returns, property tax filings, and business/franchise tax payments
- Assist with 1099 preparation and year-end payroll inclusions
- Independently research and resolve technical accounting issues
- Prepare cash management flash reports and support audits, budgeting, and forecasting
- Track inventory and identify unusual results
- Leverage technology to improve efficiency and scalability
- Pursue continuous learning opportunities
Collaboration & Work Coordination
- Collaborate with Accountants and Associates supporting transactional work
- Provide clear direction and maintain accountability for deliverables
- Partner with assigned associates during and after client transitions
- Support management with documentation for budgets, forecasting, and audits
- Coordinate with client third-party advisors for data exchange
- Assist with special projects as needed
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of full charge bookkeeping experience
- At least 2 years using QuickBooks and/or NetSuite, including daily transaction processing, monthly close, and financial reporting
- Advanced knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles, including financial reporting, budgeting, prepaids/accruals, capitalization, financing, job costing, and tax requirements
- Experience managing clients transitioning out of Implementation and handling complex situations
- High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
- Experience managing client engagements within budgets and scope
- Proven ability to coordinate and review transactional work ensuring accuracy and timeliness
- Self-directed, highly motivated, and proactive
- Highly organized and process-driven
- Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills
- Proven ability to meet deadlines
- Comfortable delegating tasks and providing feedback
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and customer service skills
- Comfortable interacting with clients via phone and webcam
- Ability to succeed in a fast-paced environment
- Innovative thinker who embraces change
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Preferred Qualifications
- Proficiency with accounting software such as QuickBooks Desktop, QuickBooks Online, NetSuite, and Sage Intacct
- Experience with third-party applications like Bill.com, Tallie, Jirav, and TeamWork
- Ongoing desire to expand knowledge of new technology and applications
- AIPB certification, a 2-year associate’s degree in an accounting-related field, or a Minor in Accounting preferred but not required
Compensation & Benefits
- Work-from-home W-2 position
- Flexible work schedule options: Full Time (37-40 hours), Mod Time (33-36 hours), or Part Time (30-32 hours) with minimum hours Monday-Friday 9am-3pm local time and flexibility for client meetings
- Compressed work week option available
- Generous vacation and paid holidays
- Group Medical, Dental, Life, Vision, and Accident Insurance
- 401(k) plan
- Participation in an annual company-wide bonus incentive plan
- $25 monthly internet stipend
- Virtual employee groups, clubs, and activities
- Casual dress code
Location
100% remote work
Additional Information
Military spouses are encouraged to apply, as this remote position supports career continuity regardless of relocation. Candidates must submit a resume and cover letter including salary requirements to be considered. Equal opportunity employment is practiced without discrimination based on legally protected characteristics.