Accounting Associate, Turkish Speaking

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Facilitate the onboarding process for new clients, adhering to the established procedures while setting up accounting records.

• Enhance client acquisition and retention through exemplary, responsive service.

• Manage daily bookkeeping tasks, encompassing accounts payable and receivable, monthly closing procedures, and financial reporting and analysis.

• Prepare and submit U.S. corporate and individual income tax returns.

• Generate sales tax returns, depreciation schedules, and sales journals; review and reconcile payroll records alongside employment tax returns.

• Conduct monthly reconciliations of balance sheets, maintain client inventory records, produce management reports, and provide ad hoc reporting as needed.

• Develop year-end audit schedules and assist during the audit process.

• Keep accurate and up-to-date digital and physical financial documentation.

• Document, design, and assess processes that impact financial statements and overall company performance.

• Discover opportunities to automate systems and spreadsheets for increased efficiency.

• Collaborate with the manager and fellow Associates to ensure client deadlines are met through effective and timely communication.

• Assist with payroll, special projects, and other related responsibilities as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline; a Master’s degree is considered advantageous.

• At least 2 years of professional experience in bookkeeping and accounting.

• Strong understanding of GAAP principles.

• Proficiency in both Turkish and English, with strong written and spoken skills.

• Candidates with CPA licenses or those on the CPA track will be given priority.

• Additional certifications (EA, Turkish CPA, ACCA, etc.) will also be taken into account.

• Experience within a CPA firm or public accounting is a significant advantage.

• Direct experience with individual and business tax is essential.

• International tax experience is a considerable plus.

• A minimum of 2 years of experience using accounting software.

• Experience managing accounting and reporting for both for-profit and not-for-profit entities.

• Proven ability to produce accurate work within deadlines with minimal supervision.

• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of multitasking in a fast-paced setting.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills when interacting with colleagues, clients, and external parties.

• Strong commitment to confidentiality and professional discretion.

• A collaborative, team-oriented mindset.

• Eagerness to stay updated on industry advancements and regulatory changes.

• Management experience, or a readiness to develop into a management role.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience along with a performance-based bonus.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Life insurance coverage.

• 401K plan with company matching contributions.

• A supportive international work environment.

• Access to excellent ongoing training opportunities.

• Paid vacation and holiday leave.

• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.