Staff Accountant - Client Accounting Services

Overview

This organization is seeking two (2) Staff Accountants for a fully remote Client Accounting Services role. The position supports a high-trust, high-accountability environment and involves owning a book of clients. This is real accounting with client responsibility, not a data-entry bookkeeping role.

• Location: Seattle, Washington
• Work mode: Fully remote
• Employment type: Consultant
• Closing date: Sep 8, 2026

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting for multiple clients using QuickBooks Online
• Reconcile bank and credit card accounts on an ongoing basis
• Prepare monthly financial statements, including P&L and balance sheets
• Record and review journal entries for payroll, revenue, accruals, and adjustments
• Support month-end close with accuracy and consistency
• Assist with cleanup of prior-period books for new clients when needed
• Collaborate with managers and teammates to ensure work is completed on time
• Occasionally join onboarding or client calls for clarification or support

What Success Looks Like

• Clients’ books remain consistently clean and current
• Bank feeds are reviewed regularly (not deferred until month-end)
• Clients receive timely responses and clear communication
• Ability to manage clients with varying complexity
• Consistent progress throughout the month, rather than end-of-month cramming

Requirements

• 2 or more years of experience in bookkeeping or accounting; public accounting or outsourced accounting experience is preferred
• Strong QuickBooks Online experience
• Solid understanding of debits and credits and how financial statements work
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, remote environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with cleanup of prior-period books (noted as a BIG PLUS)

Compensation & Benefits

• Base compensation: Up to $72K + bonus (note: the listing also states “Competitive base salary up to $80K DOE”)
• Annual bonus opportunity
• 401(k) with company match
• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Additional benefits for dependents
• Company-provided equipment and technology

Schedule & Work Details

• Standard workload averages 40 hours per week
• Flexible scheduling with availability during core business hours
• Video on for meetings
• Low micromanagement culture with high individual accountability