Accountant - New Clients

Cain Watters & Associates•Frisco, TX

2d•$65,000 - $75,000•Remote

About The Position

Reporting to the Accounting Manager, the Accountant - New Clients is responsible for the initial onboarding of a client’s account including beginning balance roll forward, general ledger and bank reconciliation, payroll integration, preparation of a balance sheet & income statement for a growing CPA firm specializing in financial planning to national clientele. Essential Functions Exercise discretion and authority in the preparation of accounting records, including financial statements and other financial reports, to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to standards defined within the department. Establish records of accounts and input entries into proper accounts. Document and ensure proper keeping of financial records, making use of current technologies.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in accounting field required
Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution preferred
QuickBooks and Xero software experience preferred
Proficient in both Microsoft Word and Excel
Act as a team player and demonstrate a positive attitude

Nice To Haves

Multi-client CPA firm experience preferred

Responsibilities

Initial onboarding of a client’s account to include general ledger beginning balances.
Work independently on monthly and quarterly compilations including reconciliations of bank and credit card accounts; assess general ledger for accuracy.
Prepare after the fact payroll summaries and record journal entries.
Record journal entries to reconcile balance sheet accounts to supporting documents.
Ensure compliance with all laws, regulations in the preparation of year end Forms 1096 & 1099.
Work independently with clients as needed to facilitate completion of financial statements.