Senior Accounting Associate

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

📋 Description

• Oversee the onboarding process for new clients by designing and implementing accounting system setups to ensure seamless transitions.

• Manage daily bookkeeping tasks, including accounts payable and receivable, monthly closings, and the creation of financial reports and analyses.

• Review and provide guidance on the work of junior staff as necessary.

• Utilize company software for accounting, reporting, and tax-related functions with precision and efficiency.

• Prepare and review payroll, sales tax returns, depreciation schedules, and other accounting documentation.

• Lead the preparation for audits and manage complete reconciliation processes.

• Analyze financial data to project revenue, assess profit margins, and deliver insights to both clients and internal stakeholders.

• Prepare and file U.S. corporate and individual income tax returns, including 1099s and year-end submissions.

• Research complex tax and accounting issues, providing practical solutions.

• Identify opportunities for improvements in clients' accounting, tax, and financial processes.

• Engage in company-wide initiatives aimed at enhancing operations.

• Lead special projects and prepare financial reports as needed.

• Mentor junior team members.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, business, or a related discipline.

• 4-5+ years of experience in accounting, auditing, and/or taxation.

• Prior experience in an outsourced or multi-client accounting environment is required.

• Turkish CPA (SMMM) License is highly preferred.

• Familiarity with USGAAP is advantageous; comprehensive training will be provided.

• Previous experience in reviewing or mentoring junior accounting staff is preferred.

• Extensive knowledge and expertise in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

• Strong proficiency with Accounting Software Systems.

• Capability to perform sophisticated and creative analyses of complex data.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in Business English — all interviews will be conducted in English.

• Highly dedicated with a commitment to a long-term career in accounting and tax, driven to grow into a leadership position.

• Strong quantitative and analytical abilities with an excellent attention to detail and sound independent judgment.

• Highly organized, with the capacity to prioritize tasks, manage multiple responsibilities, and work independently in dynamic, fast-paced environments.

• Excellent cross-group collaboration skills, with the ability to guide and support less experienced colleagues.

• Home office setup required.

• Work hours aligned with US time zones (Eastern Time).

• Travel may be necessary.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary in USD.

• Fully remote work opportunity from any location in Turkey.

• A collaborative and growth-oriented work atmosphere.

• Gain experience in US Accounting and Tax practices.

• Opportunities to collaborate with clients across various industries.

• Comprehensive onboarding and ongoing training.

• Continued professional development with exposure to a diverse range of financial processes.