Remote Senior Accountant

About the role

The Senior Accountant role is designed for an experienced professional who is ready for the next step in their accounting career. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, meticulous, and enthusiastic with a can do attitude.

Responsibilities

• Client Management & Ownership
• Maintain assigned clients within approved budget and scope, on an accrual basis, proactively managing utilization and administrative requirements, often with support from an Associate
• Track and manage work within established budgets, and clearly explain budget variance
• Lead client meetings and provide high level customer service and financial insight
• Partner with third party advisors and client stakeholders as needed
• Take full ownership of writing and updating the Client Procedure Manual to ensure it is complete and accurate at all times
• Support and manage clients transitioning out of Implementation, assuming ownership through stabilization and ongoing service delivery
• Navigate complex or undefined client situations that are not fully documented or prescriptive
• Act as a proactive change agent by identifying inefficient processes and workflows and recommending improvements
• Month‑End Close & Financial Execution
• Own and execute accurate and timely month end close and financial reporting, including class reporting, job costing, trend analysis, and variance review
• Demonstrate sustained ownership of month end close deliverables with minimal rework or escalation and limited oversight
• Update various KPIS, dashboards and reports and budgets in Jirav
• Technical Accounting & Continuous Improvement
• Manage all aspects of core and complex accounting areas, including the following:
• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, including unbilled revenue, deferred income, bad debt allowances, and other advanced accounting matters
• Manage fixed asset and intangible asset accounting, including maintaining depreciation and amortization schedules and recording journal entries for asset acquisitions and disposals
• Payroll processing using Intuit or other third-party payroll applications and review quarterly and annual reports such as: W-2, W-3, 941, and state U/E
• Proactively identify and resolve payroll discrepancies
• Record, analyze, and maintain financing transactions, including loans and investments, ensuring appropriate classification of short term and long term obligations
• Review and evaluate lease agreements to determine proper short term and long term classification in accordance with applicable accounting standards
• Prepare and file sales and use tax returns, property tax filings, and client specific business and franchise tax payments, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Aid in review and preparation of 1099s and year-end payroll inclusions
• Leverage technology to drive efficiency and scalability
• Pursues opportunities for continuous learning
• Collaboration & Work Coordination
• Collaborate effectively with Accountants and Associates supporting transactional work
• Provide clear direction on assigned tasks and close expectations
• Maintain accountability for final deliverables while operating in a peer support and coaching capacity
• Effectively partner with an assigned associate on the client file during and after transition
• Support management with gathering documentation for budgets, forecasting and annual audits
• Supports on special projects and additional responsibilities as needed

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of fundamental bookkeeping and accounting principles, practices and procedures, including enhanced levels of: financial reporting and analysis, budgeting, prepaids/accruals, capitalization, financing, job costing and regulatory tax requirements
• Demonstrated experience working with clients transitioning out of Implementation, including navigating complex or undefined situations and assuming ownership through stabilization and ongoing service delivery
• Possess a very high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Proven experience managing client engagements within defined budgets and scope, including monitoring utilization, explaining variances, and proactively addressing risks
• Proven experience coordinating and reviewing transactional work performed by Accountants and Associates, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely inputs aligned with month‑end close requirements
• Self-directed, highly motivated and proactive
• Highly organized and process-driven
• Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking and analytical skills
• Proven experience meeting deadlines
• Comfortable delegating tasks and providing feedback
• Friendly, outgoing personality with a positive attitude and strong customer service skills who enjoys meeting and interacting with clients and staff
• Displays excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable interacting with clients via phone and webcam
• Ability to succeed in a fast-paced environment
• Innovative thinker and embraces change
• Able to work independently and as a team player
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word and Outlook

Skills

• Proficient with accounting software, including but not limited to QuickBooks Desktop, QuickBooks Online, NetSuite and Sage Intacct
• Experience with third-party applications is preferred, such as Bill.com, Tallie, Jirav, and TeamWork
• Ongoing desire to expand knowledge of new technology and applications
• AIPB, a 2-year associate’s degree in an accounting-related field of study, or Minor in Accounting, preferred but not required

Benefits

Work from home, W-2 position
Three work schedule options including Full Time (37-40 hours), Mod Time (33-36 hours) or Part Time (30-32 hours)
Compressed work week option available
Generous vacation and paid holidays
Group Medical, Dental, Life, Vision, Accident Insurance
401(k) plan
Participation in a company wide annual bonus incentive plan
$25 monthly internet stipend
Virtual employee groups, clubs, and activities throughout the year
Casual dress

Cultural Fit

We are proud of our culture and are looking for someone who shares our G.R.I.T. values: Grit: Motivated self-starter with a positive, can-do attitude. Demonstrates GRIT in overcoming obstacles and accomplishing tasks.
G: Expresses Gratitude and appreciation for the contributions of team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment
R: Demonstrates Resilience, flexibility, and determination while autonomously managing high-priority tasks and projects in an ever-evolving, dynamic work environment
I: Unquestionable commitment to upholding the highest standards of Integrity, ethical behavior, and transparency in all business practices
T: Proven ability to contribute effectively to organizational and team objectives through strong Teamwork skills

How To Apply

If you believe you have what it takes to assume this new role, you must submit a resume and cover letter explaining why you’re the perfect fit for this position. Kindly include your salary requirements in the cover letter. Only candidates that submit these criteria will be considered.

Equal Opportunity Employer

AccountingDepartment.com is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or any other basis protected by law. Employment at AccountingDepartment.com is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications.