Senior Associate

Overview

The organization is seeking a Senior Associate to join its Minnesota practice. This is a remote role; job duties do not need to be performed within proximity of an office location. However, remote employees may be required to be present at an office with scheduled notice for client work, team meetings, or trainings.

This position oversees the delivery of accounting and payroll-related solutions to clients.

Responsibilities

• Process client payroll, general ledger, bank reconciliations, and financial statements
• Implement best practices in accounting and client service
• Understand and effectively use current payroll and accounting software applications to complete assignments
• Review the work of staff accountants and seasonal accountants
• Provide training to entry level staff accountants and seasonal accountants
• Ensure client deliverables (financials, reports, tax filings) are completed accurately, professionally, and on time
• Research answers and solutions independently and with supervision to provide information and organize content for internal and external clients
• Use online and desktop QuickBooks software to track and manage expenses, including daily transaction processing (invoice customers, pay bills, generate reports, and review financial statements for compliance, missing data, duplication, and more)
• Continue learning and applying current accounting and payroll software applications
• Exercise independent judgment and discretion about accounting matters of significance
• Work efficiently and adapt to changes in schedules and work hours

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; Master’s in Tax is a plus; or 3 or more years of accounting and payroll experience
• Accounting experience including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger, and financial reporting
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements for processing payroll accounting transactions and payroll returns
  • Generates W-2s and 1099s for clients
• Knowledge of general ledger and year-end adjustments for cash and accrual basis
• Strong technical, analytical, and organizational skills
• Ability to effectively communicate with clients

Compensation & Benefits

• Minnesota salary range: $70,000 - $105,000
• Salary may vary based on geographical location, qualifications, experience, skills, and competencies
• Total rewards package includes:
  • Discretionary performance bonus
  • Generous paid time off
  • Expanded and inclusive parental benefits
  • Access to learning and development platforms

Location

• Minnesota
• Remote; may require in-office attendance with scheduled notice for client work, team meetings, or trainings