Senior Accountant

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

📋 Description

• Manage intricate accrual-based accounting responsibilities for various clients with minimal guidance from Controllers.

• Ensure that assigned clients adhere to approved budgets and scopes on an accrual basis.

• Monitor time spent on client projects and oversee work within set budgets.

• Clarify budget discrepancies and facilitate client meetings.

• Deliver exceptional customer service and financial insights.

• Collaborate with third-party advisors and client stakeholders.

• Draft and revise Client Procedure Manuals.

• Assist clients in transitioning from Implementation to stabilization and ongoing service delivery.

• Navigate through complex or ambiguous client scenarios.

• Identify inefficient processes and workflows, suggesting enhancements.

• Take ownership of accurate and timely month-end closures and financial reporting.

• Conduct class reporting, job costing, trend analysis, and variance reviews.

• Review work for precision and completeness, ensuring timely month-end contributions.

• Update KPIs, dashboards, reports, and budgets in Jirav.

• Supervise accounts payable and accounts receivable, including unbilled revenue, deferred income, and bad debt allowances.

• Oversee fixed and intangible asset accounting, including depreciation and amortization schedules and asset journal entries.

• Process payroll using Intuit or other third-party payroll platforms.

• Review W-2, W-3, 941, and state U/E reports while resolving payroll discrepancies.

• Record, analyze, and maintain financing transactions, including loans and investments.

• Analyze lease agreements to determine short-term and long-term classifications under relevant accounting standards.

• Prepare and file sales and use tax returns, property tax filings, and client-specific business and franchise tax payments.

• Assist with 1099s and year-end payroll inclusions.

• Investigate and resolve technical accounting challenges.

• Create cash management flash reports and support audits, budgeting, and forecasting.

• Monitor inventory and identify unusual or unexpected outcomes.

• Utilize technology to enhance efficiency and scalability.

• Collaborate with Accountants and Associates on transactional tasks.

• Provide guidance on assigned duties and month-end closure expectations.

• Ensure accountability for final outputs and mentor peers.

• Partner with designated Associates during and post client transitions.

• Assist in gathering documentation for budgets, forecasts, and annual audits.

• Share data and reports with client third-party advisors.

• Support special projects and take on additional responsibilities as required.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 5 years of experience in full charge bookkeeping.

• More than 2 years of experience with QuickBooks and/or NetSuite, covering daily transaction processing, monthly closures, and financial reporting.

• Advanced understanding of bookkeeping and accounting principles, practices, and procedures.

• In-depth knowledge of financial reporting and analysis, budgeting, prepaids/accruals, capitalization, financing, job costing, and tax regulations.

• Experience helping clients transition from Implementation to stabilization and ongoing service delivery.

• High level of accuracy and meticulous attention to detail.

• Experience in managing client engagements within defined budgets and scopes.

• Ability to monitor utilization, clarify variances, and proactively address risks.

• Experience in coordinating and reviewing transactional work conducted by Accountants and Associates.

• Self-motivated, driven, and proactive.

• Highly organized with a process-oriented mindset.

• Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical capabilities.

• Proven track record of meeting deadlines.

• Comfortable with task delegation and providing constructive feedback.

• Excellent customer service abilities.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

• Comfortable engaging with clients via phone and video conferencing.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

• Capable of working independently as well as collaboratively in a team.

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.

• Familiarity with accounting software, including QuickBooks Desktop, QuickBooks Online, NetSuite, and Sage Intacct.

• Preferred experience with third-party applications such as Bill.com, Tallie, Jirav, and TeamWork.

• Continuous desire to learn about new technologies and applications.

• AIPB certification, a 2-year associate’s degree in an accounting-related field, or a Minor in Accounting is preferred but not mandatory.

• Must provide a resume and cover letter detailing suitability for the position.

• Salary requirements should be included in the cover letter.

🏝️ Benefits

• Remote work opportunity.

• W-2 employment status.

• Three work schedule options: Full Time (37-40 hours), Mod Time (33-36 hours), or Part Time (30-32 hours).

• Minimum working hours Monday to Friday from 9am to 3pm in your time zone, with flexibility for client calls and meetings outside these hours.

• Option for a compressed work week.

• Generous vacation and paid holidays.

• Comprehensive Group Medical, Dental, Life, Vision, and Accident Insurance.

• 401(k) retirement plan.

• Eligibility for company-wide annual bonus incentive program.

• $25 monthly internet stipend.

• Access to virtual employee groups, clubs, and activities throughout the year.

• Casual dress code.

• 100% remote W-2 positions available.

• Support for career continuity for military spouses.

• Family-oriented company culture.

• Opportunities for career advancement and a supportive work-life balance.