Staff Accountant - Client Onboarding

Overview

This implementation-focused Staff Accountant role supports new client transitions for an outsourced accounting and advisory organization. Responsibilities center on cleaning up and standardizing QuickBooks Online files, reconciling accounts, preparing adjusting journal entries, and preparing accurate financial statements. The position is fully remote.

Responsibilities

• Clean up and standardize new clients’ QuickBooks Online files
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, loans, and other balance sheet accounts
• Review historical transactions and resolve accounting inconsistencies
• Prepare adjusting journal entries for accruals, payroll, depreciation, reclassifications, and other necessary corrections
• Prepare accurate financial statements that establish a reliable accounting foundation
• Assist with software implementations, including payroll systems, POS integrations, and other third-party applications
• Maintain complete, organized workpapers throughout each implementation
• Communicate directly with clients to request information, answer questions, and keep projects moving forward
• Partner with the Implementation Manager and internal accounting team to ensure smooth client transitions
• Complete implementation projects within established timelines
• Recommend workflow improvements to enhance both client experience and internal efficiency

Requirements

• Experience in bookkeeping or accounting, preferably within public accounting, CAS, or an outsourced accounting environment
• Strong QuickBooks Online experience
• QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor certification is preferred or a willingness and ability to earn it quickly
• Solid understanding of reconciliations, journal entries, financial statements, payroll, accrual accounting, and month-end accounting processes
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple implementation projects simultaneously
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable working independently while collaborating with teammates throughout the day
• Curious, adaptable, and motivated to learn new technologies and accounting systems
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field is preferred; applicable experience in a related capacity can suffice in exchange for a formal degree

Preferred Qualifications

• QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor certification

Compensation & Benefits

• $28–30 per hour
• 100% employer-paid benefits
• Fully remote work environment
• Professional development and certification opportunities

Location

Spokane, Washington

Closing Date

Sep 8, 2026