Senior Consultant - Outsourced Accounting Services (Non-Profit)

We are seeking a Senior Accountant to join the Outsourced Accounting Team. You will work directly with clients to provide customized accounting services, working independently on assigned client files via remote cloud applications, collaboratively with team members, and under the supervision of the Accounting Manager. This role involves a variety of accounting and financial services including transaction processing, staff work review, complex account reconciliations, financial statement preparation, and supporting clients’ existing accounting functions. The ability to independently identify problem areas early, research technical issues, and proactively resolve issues as an outsourced member of clients’ accounting teams is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Complete non-complex and some complex account reconciliations and recording transactions
• Perform all facets of monthly, quarterly, and annual adjusting and closing processes
• Prepare and independently review client financial statements, balance sheets, income statements, and general ledger
• Prepare and review financial and statistical reports, analyzing unusual items and notifying the Accounting Manager when necessary
• Prepare and/or review tax returns, payroll tax, and payroll reports in a timely and accurate manner
• Assist with projects for audit, due diligence, system selection, and other consulting projects
• Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of accounting software packages
• Gain a thorough understanding of the financial operations of clients in a variety of industries

Requirements

• BA/BS degree in accounting or related field required
• 3+ years of relevant work experience as a Staff or Senior Accountant or equivalent

Preferred qualifications

• Proficiency and aptitude for applicable software (Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)
• Aptitude for developing and maintaining a thorough working knowledge of accounting software and systems
• QuickBooks or Sage Intacct experience preferred
• Experience or training with QuickBooks Online, Xero, Sage Intacct, Bill.com, or similar platforms
• Prior experience in the nonprofit industry strongly preferred but not required
• Strong organization skills, goal orientation, and self-motivation
• Ability to handle multiple client files and deadlines simultaneously
• Ability to handle pressure in a positive, professional manner
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Communication that is clear, concise, and considerate of the needs of others
• Ability to work cooperatively with others and value diverse contributions
• Proven success in managing work and key client relationships to exceed client expectations
• Ability to perform in challenging situations in a positive, professional manner

Benefits

• Part of one of the largest and fastest-growing accounting and advisory firms in the industry
• Flexibility to manage your days in support of work/life balance
• Culture recognized with multiple top “Places to Work” awards
• Collaborative environment where cultures, ideas, and experiences create new solutions
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion with numerous Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
• Opportunity to show up authentically and do your best work

Pay

For Minnesota and Illinois, the expected salary range for this position is between $73,000 and $127,000. The range for the position in other geographies may vary based on market differences. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

About the team

The EisnerAmper Outsourcing group brings specialized accounting knowledge directly into the offices of a wide range of partners. When working with a client, the team becomes part of their business, armed with cutting-edge industry technology and outsourcing practices to provide best-in-class service and grow as professionals. Through a team-based culture of creativity and collaboration across all levels, the group holds each other accountable to find innovative ways to grow, better serve clients, and advance careers. As a rapidly growing group, employees have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the business and its direction, with everyone having a voice to bring new ideas backed by the confidence, expertise, and global reach of the larger firm.

About the company

EisnerAmper is one of the largest accounting, tax, and business advisory firms, with nearly 4,000 employees including 400 partners across the world. The firm combines responsiveness with a long-range perspective to help clients meet pressing issues today and position them for success tomorrow. Clients include sophisticated financial institutions, start-ups, global public firms, middle-market companies, high net worth individuals, family offices, not-for-profit organizations, and entrepreneurial ventures across a variety of industries, as well as the attorneys, financial professionals, bankers, and investors who serve these clients.

Preferred location: Baton Rouge. For accommodations to complete the application, email talentacquisition@eisneramper.com.