Senior Associate, Accounting Technology & Implementation (Sage Intacct)

About the role

As part of Baker Tilly’s Managed Services offering, the Value Acceleration Office (VAO) team helps clients stabilize financial operations, implement cloud accounting systems, and design scalable processes. The team focuses on project-based work that sets clients up for long-term success before they transition to recurring service teams.

This role is ideal for accounting professionals who enjoy working on projects directly with clients and leveraging technology to improve financial operations. The Senior Associate will support client onboarding and accounting system implementations, combining accounting knowledge, project support, and technology to help clients modernize their financial operations and ensure a smooth transition to ongoing support.

Responsibilities

• Implement and optimize cloud accounting solutions and perform accounting readiness services
• Support client deliverables by providing accounting guidance and answering software-related questions, escalating when appropriate
• Design and optimize accounting processes
• Prepare documentation to ensure a smooth transition to recurring service teams
• Communicate progress, flag risks and roadblocks early, and seek clarification to maintain project momentum
• Deliver high-quality work on time while meeting client expectations and project budgets
• Build strong relationships with clients and collaborate effectively across internal teams
• Follow established processes while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and client outcomes
• Continue developing accounting and technology expertise through ongoing learning, certifications, and knowledge sharing
• Contribute to a collaborative, supportive team culture that values professional growth and work-life balance

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered
• 3+ years of accounting, bookkeeping, or related experience required; professional services experience is a plus
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all organizational levels
• Commitment to delivering accurate, high-quality work in a deadline-driven environment
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Adaptability and a willingness to learn new technologies, processes, and best practices
• Familiarity with project management practices preferred
• Experience with cloud accounting platforms such as Sage Intacct, QuickBooks Online, NetSuite, BILL.com, or Ramp required
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

Pay

The pay range for this position is $82,500 to $132,700. This range represents a good-faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation the firm expects to pay for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will depend on a variety of relevant factors, including an applicant’s skills, experience, qualifications, professional certifications, work arrangements, geographic location, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range, and compensation decisions depend on the facts and circumstances of each case.